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  • Genderflood (Ages 18-26)

    Genderflood (Ages 18-26)
    The Center OC 1605 N Spurgeon St, Santa Ana, CA, United States

    Gender Flood is a social drop-in group for transgender, genderqueer, non-binary, gender non-conforming, and gender-questioning young adults ages 18-26. We aim to create a supportive and inclusive environment in which one's gender may be freely expressed and respected. Get involved, meet others, and participate in engaging weekly discussions, activities, and community events! Important Note: This is a closed space facilitated by and for transgender adults (or any identities that fall under the umbrella.) We kindly ask to respect the space for *trans people only."

  • Prism (18-26)

    Prism (18-26)

    Prism welcomes all lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, and/or allied young adults ages 18-26. The objective of this group is to provide young adults with a safe and welcoming space, where they can meet friends and participate in engaging weekly discussions, activities, and community events. We meet in-person at the LGBTQ Center OC.

  • VIVID- Validating and Including Voices in Diversity (ages 14-24)

    VIVID- Validating and Including Voices in Diversity (ages 14-24)
    The Center OC 1605 N Spurgeon St, Santa Ana, CA, United States

    VIVID: A youth leadership group that focuses on community engagement, empowerment, and advocacy. We invite LGBTQIA+ youth, students, and allies ages 14-24 who are passionate about creating positive change within their schools and communities. VIVID provides a supportive space for members to develop leadership skills, collaborate on community-focused projects, and advocate for LGBTQIA+ inclusion and representation. Through VIVID, participants engage in various activities, including organizing and hosting community events and group activities. The group focuses on mentorship, peer support, and education, offering its members the opportunity to build confidence and leadership. Meets in-person on Tuesdays from 5:00-6:30 pm at the LGBTQ Center OC. Zoom option is available for youth who want to participate virtually. Feel free to share this opportunity with others: bit.ly/vivid-youth   Questions? Please contact: Justin Bartolome justin.bartolome@lgbtqcenteroc.org

  • OUTlet – Elevate (ages 18-26)

    Virtual +1 more

    OUTlet is intended to create a safe space for youth to talk about mental health issues, create healthy relationships with others, and learn tools to understand, manage, and decrease symptoms of mental health. This group will teach youth how to build insight into their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, and learn how to communicate their needs and wants in a healthy assertive manner. Lastly, with an emphasis on maladaptive coping skills including self-medicating with substances, isolating, or engaging in risky behaviors, youth will learn to develop coping skills needed to manage symptoms on a long-term basis. OUTlet meets on Tuesdays from 7:00 to 8:30 pm. We meet in person the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month and virtually the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays.

  • Elevate Youth Leadership Group (ages 14-24)

    Virtual +1 more

    Elevate Youth:  A youth leadership group that focuses on mental health advocacy and substance use prevention advocacy through an LGBTQIA-inclusive lens. This group is committed to addressing the unique challenges faced by LGBTQIA+ youth, particularly in the intersections of mental health and substance use. Elevate Youth offers a wide range of events and activities, including the development of educational campaigns that raise awareness on critical issues, as well as offering opportunities for youth leadership and community organizing. The group also prioritizes community-building and education through interactive events that bring together young people to learn, share experiences, and build supportive networks. By focusing on both advocacy and action, Elevate Youth empowers its members to become informed and active participants in their communities, driving forward the conversation on mental health, substance use prevention, and LGBTQIA+ inclusivity. Meets on Thursdays from 6:30-7:00 pm. First Thursday is in-person at the LGBTQ Center OC and all other Thursdays are virtual. Contact:  justin.bartolome@lgbtqcenteroc.org    

  • Genderflood (Ages 18-26)

    Genderflood (Ages 18-26)
    The Center OC 1605 N Spurgeon St, Santa Ana, CA, United States

    Gender Flood is a social drop-in group for transgender, genderqueer, non-binary, gender non-conforming, and gender-questioning young adults ages 18-26. We aim to create a supportive and inclusive environment in which one's gender may be freely expressed and respected. Get involved, meet others, and participate in engaging weekly discussions, activities, and community events! Important Note: This is a closed space facilitated by and for transgender adults (or any identities that fall under the umbrella.) We kindly ask to respect the space for *trans people only."

  • VIVID- Validating and Including Voices in Diversity (ages 14-24)

    VIVID- Validating and Including Voices in Diversity (ages 14-24)
    The Center OC 1605 N Spurgeon St, Santa Ana, CA, United States

    VIVID: A youth leadership group that focuses on community engagement, empowerment, and advocacy. We invite LGBTQIA+ youth, students, and allies ages 14-24 who are passionate about creating positive change within their schools and communities. VIVID provides a supportive space for members to develop leadership skills, collaborate on community-focused projects, and advocate for LGBTQIA+ inclusion and representation. Through VIVID, participants engage in various activities, including organizing and hosting community events and group activities. The group focuses on mentorship, peer support, and education, offering its members the opportunity to build confidence and leadership. Meets in-person on Tuesdays from 5:00-6:30 pm at the LGBTQ Center OC. Zoom option is available for youth who want to participate virtually. Feel free to share this opportunity with others: bit.ly/vivid-youth   Questions? Please contact: Justin Bartolome justin.bartolome@lgbtqcenteroc.org

  • Spectrum Program: “Pride in Prevention” Educational Series

    Spectrum Program: “Pride in Prevention” Educational Series
    The Center OC 1605 N Spurgeon St, Santa Ana, CA, United States +1 more

    The LGBTQ Center OC's Spectrum Program is thrilled to announce a five-part in-person educational workshop series that will cover essential topics! What is the Spectrum Program? The mission of the program is to establish a comprehensive opioid and stimulant use prevention, education, outreach, and treatment referral programs for 2S/LGBTQIA+ communities across Orange County. These workshops are geared towards anyone who would like to be equipped with the knowledge, skills, and insights surrounding opioid and substance use prevention. There is free Narcan Training and Life-Saving Prevention Kits with each session with interactive discussions, thought-provoking activities, and opportunities for meaningful engagement with fellow participants. We will explore ideas, share experiences, build our understanding, and learn how we can work together to create a brighter future for the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community in Orange County. Community service and volunteer hours are available upon request. Virtual accommodations available upon request. Please register using this form to receive the meeting location and further [...]

  • Elevate Youth Leadership Group (ages 14-24)

    Virtual +1 more

    Elevate Youth:  A youth leadership group that focuses on mental health advocacy and substance use prevention advocacy through an LGBTQIA-inclusive lens. This group is committed to addressing the unique challenges faced by LGBTQIA+ youth, particularly in the intersections of mental health and substance use. Elevate Youth offers a wide range of events and activities, including the development of educational campaigns that raise awareness on critical issues, as well as offering opportunities for youth leadership and community organizing. The group also prioritizes community-building and education through interactive events that bring together young people to learn, share experiences, and build supportive networks. By focusing on both advocacy and action, Elevate Youth empowers its members to become informed and active participants in their communities, driving forward the conversation on mental health, substance use prevention, and LGBTQIA+ inclusivity. Meets on Thursdays from 6:30-7:00 pm. First Thursday is in-person at the LGBTQ Center OC and all other Thursdays are virtual. Contact:  justin.bartolome@lgbtqcenteroc.org    

  • Genderflood (Ages 18-26)

    Genderflood (Ages 18-26)
    The Center OC 1605 N Spurgeon St, Santa Ana, CA, United States

    Gender Flood is a social drop-in group for transgender, genderqueer, non-binary, gender non-conforming, and gender-questioning young adults ages 18-26. We aim to create a supportive and inclusive environment in which one's gender may be freely expressed and respected. Get involved, meet others, and participate in engaging weekly discussions, activities, and community events! Important Note: This is a closed space facilitated by and for transgender adults (or any identities that fall under the umbrella.) We kindly ask to respect the space for *trans people only."