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, empathetic inclusive space, and a heart-felt desire to create a relaxed and caring vibe for gender diverse youth. Next step – Click the link to complete the interest form.
Watsonville Rainbow Youth Beach Bonfire! / ¡Fogata en la playa para los jóvenes del grupo arcoíris de Watsonville!, August 14
Have fun, toast marshmallows and hot dogs, play beach games, and more! / ¡Diviértete, preparen bombones y hot dogs, juega juegos de playa y mucho más!
When: Friday, August 14 / Viernes 14 de agosto @ 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Where: Palm Beach State Park, Watsonville
Ages: 11-17
RSVP: tinyurl.com/tdcrainbowbonfire
Rainbow Connections Youth Empowerment Council, August 20
Join the Rainbow Connections Youth Empowerment Council!
Be the visionaries behind Rainbow Connections youth events!
Learn leadership and community-building skills
Meet other LGBTQ+ youth and co-create a safe space where we can share resources and receive peer-to-peer support.
When: Thursdays, August 6 + 20 @ 4:00 – 5:00 pm
Where: Zoom
Ages: Monterey and San Benito County Middle and High School Youth
RSVP: tinyurl.com/montereyrcyec
Back to School Youth Karaoke + Dance Party!, September 4
Sing your heart out to Sabrina Carpenter, MCR, Chappell Roan, or any of your favorite artists – no matter how famous or obscure! Duets and group numbers welcome. Come solo and make friends, or bring someone along. No singing experience necessary! RSVP is encouraged.
When: Friday, September 4 @ 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Where: The Diversity Center
Ages: LGBTQ+ and allied youth ages 11-18
RSVP: tinyurl.com/
Queer Student Union Kickoff Gathering, September 19
Join the Youth Led Leadership Alliance (YLLA) Kickoff Gathering at Seacliff Beach! Meet other young leaders, connect with your community, and discover how you can make your voice heard through the Queer Student Union (QSU). Together, we’ll share ideas, build friendships, and dream up projects and events that reflect your passions and vision for change.
When: Saturday, September 19 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Where: Seacliff Beach
Ages: LGBTQ+ and allied Santa Cruz County High School students
RSVP: tinyurl.com/QSUYLLA2026-2027
