InBetweeners

The Center OC 1605 N Spurgeon St, Santa Ana, CA, United States

InBetweeners provides a safe and supportive environment for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning and allied youth (or “tweens”) ages 10-13. It offers a social space for middle school youth who are exploring their identity and provides an inclusive environment for them to meet other peers and engage in fun activities and discussions suitable for their age group. Activities include arts and crafts, creative writing, discussions, movie nights, and group-building activities.

South County Rainbow Group

Shanti OC 23461 S Pointe Dr Suite 100,, Laguna Hills, CA, United States

In collaboration with Shanti Orange County, we offer a social-drop in group for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning and allied youth ages 13-18. South County Rainbow Group provides social, interactive, and educational group activities and events in South County and the greater Orange County area. Youth are able to connect with their peers in a safe and supportive environment facilitated by LGBTQ Center OC staff and adult mentor facilitators.

“Stand with Trans” Demonstration

Anaheim Convention Center 800 W Katella Ave, Anaheim, CA, United States

The LGBTQ Center OC is organizing a demonstration rally on Saturday, October 8th at the Anaheim Convention Center. Please help us spread the word so we can show Orange County transgender and non-binary youth that they are loved and supported! We recognize the American Academy of Pediatrics’ (AAP) contributions to gender-affirming care, which is life-saving and improves the mental health and overall well-being of trans youth. We want to stand with AAP as we continue to fight for equity and justice for trans youth and the larger community!  This is a call to action for all Trans-affirming healthcare providers, community-based organizations, schools, and parents of trans youth. We suggest for participants to wear pink, white, or light blue in solidarity with the trans community and to bring signage in support!

Grupo La Familia

The Center OC 1605 N Spurgeon St, Santa Ana, CA, United States

Grupo La Familia is a social support group in Spanish for parents and family members of LGBTQ folx. Grupo La Familia provides a space via Zoom in which community members can share experiences as they navigate the coming out process of the family, and we have fun activities and discussions to share with our members.  

Event Series 55+ Group

55+ Group

A safe space for adults over 55 to express themselves, support one another and learn about community resources. currently meeting via Zoom

Event Series Youth Empowered to Act

Youth Empowered to Act

The Center OC 1605 N Spurgeon St, Santa Ana, CA, United States

Youth Empowered to Act (YETA) is a coalition of LGBTQQ and allied youth young leaders working to create safer, supportive and intersectional* spaces to engage in advocacy and social justice. Every year, this youth group organizes and leads Orange County’s only LGBTQQ youth conference, the OC LGBTQQ Youth Convening. Community events include but are not limited to: speaking at school board meetings, presenting at local youth conferences, hosting a leadership summer program, drag show fundraiser, and attend the national Creating Change Conference. This is a free group with no membership fees.

Event Series Breakout! Mental Health Processing Group

Breakout! Mental Health Processing Group

Youth Process Group is an age-specific online processing group from ages 12 to 17. We meet every Tuesday night from 6:00-7:30 PM. BreakOUT is a supportive space for participants to navigate the everyday stressors in their lives. Group leaders facilitate discussions about various topics and activities such as identity, school/ home life, and more. BreakOUTs mission is to involve and engage with young LGBTQIA+ community members, allowing them to explore new strategies to cope as well as connect with their queer identity in a safe space with their peers. It is facilitated by MFT Trainees Brittany Hardin and Yanique Bonner The group is now meeting on Zoom. Please join us using the link below! Meeting ID: 824 5299 3443 Passcode: center