55+ Group (ages 55+)
A safe space for adults over 55 to express themselves, support one another and learn about community resources. currently meeting via Zoom
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Study with Pride (ages 13-18)
The Center OC 1605 N Spurgeon St, Santa Ana, CA, United StatesStudy With Pride is a tutoring group for LGBTQQIA+ youth. Youth are invited to stop by for homework help and tutoring on topics, such as math, science, and writing. Everyone is welcomed to also hang out, socialize and take a break from school! We also offer a discord server for youth to hang out, post memes, and ask for help with school work, for more information contact the facilitator.
Cisn’t (Ages 13-18)
The Center OC 1605 N Spurgeon St, Santa Ana, CA, United StatesCisn’t is a closed social space for transgender, intersex, non-binary, gender non-conforming, and questioning youth 13-18. The purpose of this group is to create a supportive and inclusive environment in which one’s gender may be freely expressed and respected. Given that the majority of transgender students feel unsafe in school, it is important to provide a safe and welcoming environment that caters to the direct needs of transgender youth. Two adult group facilitators offer discussion topics relating to the transgender community while leaving space for youth to connect with peers and participate in engaging activities and community events, such as Transgender Day of Visibility, OC Trans Pride, and Transgender Day of Remembrance.
Quartz (ages 13-18)
The Center OC 1605 N Spurgeon St, Santa Ana, CA, United StatesQuartz is a social drop-in group for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning and allied youth ages 13-18. Three adult mentors facilitate group activities and discussions to provide a safe and supportive environment, where youth can make lifelong connections with their peers and develop a positive sense of identity. On a monthly basis, we invite guest speakers from different community organizations to speak in order to increase the educational component of our program. Youth are able to learn about different topics, such as STI and HIV prevention, relationships and setting boundaries, consent, dating, sexual self-care, gender identity, coming out, advocacy, empowerment, student rights, bullying and harassment, drugs and alcohol, mental health and suicide prevention.
Citizenship Class (ages 18+)
Do you need help preparing for your citizenship exam? Join us on our FREE weekly classes where there will be lessons on History, Civics, and practice Mock interviews.
Translenials (ages 24-55)
Center on Fourth 305 E 4th St Ste 200, Santa Ana, CA, United StatesA processing group for Transgender non conforming, and intersex adults. In this safe space we focus on mental health, sex, education, and our experiences in today's world. Must register to attend.
Men’s Therapy Group (Ages 18+)
The goals of this group are: to create a safe, comfortable place to express feelings, exploration of self through group process and reflection, enhancing sense of self through awareness and acceptance, and to support and be supported. Ages 18 and over.
$10
OUTlet (ages 18-26)
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 virtually via Zoom every Thursday at 5:30 to 7:00 pm.
Youth Empowered to Act (YETA) – Elevate (ages 14-24)
The Elevate Program creates opportunities for LGBTQ youth to increase their advocacy and leadership skills. Through a trauma-informed, health-centered and asset-based approach, youth leaders will work to effect transformative and peer-led policy, systems and environmental change in Orange County. Youth leaders work to identify healthy alternatives to suspension/expulsion related to substance use. Ultimately, LGBTQ Center OC is committed to ending the school-to-prison pipeline and transforming the pipeline to restorative justice, healing and rehabilitation through their Elevate Program. Elevate Program Goals: Reframe substance abuse as a public health issue Combat the detrimental impacts from the War on Drugs on BIPOC/LGBTQ communities Provide trauma-informed counseling and process groups at no cost Raise awareness through social media campaigns, activities, and events
Black Queer Socials
Queer Black Socials are for self-identified Black LGBTQ 18+ community members. Join us for a Zoom and/or in-person event! Registration link to RSVP: bit.ly/425BssP For any questions or accessibility concerns please contact jasmine.williams@lgbtqcenteroc.org
