The Silicon Valley PRIDE Parade is a powerful demonstration of love, resilience, and community. Each year, thousands march through the streets of Downtown San Jose to showcase LGBTQ+ visibility, advocate for equality, and honor the progress made in the last 51 years. Whether you're a community organization, local business, LGBTQ+ ally, or an individual looking to march with pride, this is your chance to be part of history. Let’s march forward—together. Learn more at svpride.com/parade … [Read more...]

Become a Trans-Gender Diverse Youth Support Group Facilitator! TDC hopes to launch a Trans-Gender Diverse Youth Drop-In Support Group and we are seeking community involvement!  Consider becoming a TDC Group Facilitator. This is a volunteer opportunity that could provide great personal and professional experience. Apply - If you are between 17-23 years of age;  identify as gender queer, fluid, transgender, non-binary, agender, intersex+. Apply - If you have: familiarity with online virtual camera-on technology, ability to hold a safe, … [Read more...]

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Classes are starting back up again and we've compiled a list of resources to help you get started this year! Learn more about local resources, GSAs, and how to get involved! Supporting LGBTQ+ Students and Families | Santa Cruz County Office of Education Safe Schools Project of Santa Cruz County | Works in collaboration with local schools and local and state-wide community organizations to provide support, professional development and learning, and resources for school administrators, teachers, counselors and support staff to ensure … [Read more...]

Celebrated throughout the month of August in the State of California, Transgender History Month was first legally recognized by Mayoral Proclamation in the City of San Francisco in 2021. It is a month in which Transgender Californians honor the rich history and contributions of transgender history makers, pioneers, and trailblazers, and affirms the ongoing presence of transgender people in San Francisco and around the world. transgenderhistorymonth.com Transgender History Month Flag Raising Ceremony … [Read more...]

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"Senator Laird Announces Monica Martinez as 2026 LGBTQ Pride Month Honoree" "Martinez, who represents Santa Cruz County’s Fifth District and currently serves as chair of the Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors, made history in 2024 as the first openly LGBTQ+ person elected to the Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors and the first woman elected to represent the Fifth District." CBS Bay Area | "Hope, Love, Pride: A Celebration" CBS News Bay Area presents a live parade special showcasing stories from throughout Pride Month, … [Read more...]