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  • InBetweeners (ages 10-13)

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    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. This is a virtual meeting. Contact Julius Landin for more information: julius.landin@lgbtqcenteroc.org

  • Polyamory/Nonmonogomy Group (ages 21+)

    Virtual

    This group is a brave space for individuals who are in non-monogamous/polyamorous partnerships for adults ages 21+ All genders are welcome! Every Saturday 1PM – 2:30PM  **$10 per group** If you would like to attend or have any questions, please contact jimmy.Galligan@lgbtqcenteroc.org

    $10.00

  • Tobacco Coalition (Clean Air OC)

    Virtual

    Clean Air OC is heavily based on community engagement. Our goal is for communities (such as Cypress and La Palma) to be involved in civic policies that aim for healthier outcomes through Tobacco Cessation and Prevention. Our coalition meetings act as a space to discuss how best to implement our strategies to catch the attention of community residents and important decision makers, for our Community Engagement Agreement recipients to update us on their progress toward reaching our goals, to plan our Tobacco Advocacy Day, and all that assists in reaching our goal of creating healthy and breathable air.

  • OUTlet – Elevate (ages 18-26)

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    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 and in person  every Tuesday at 5:30 to 7:00 pm.

  • Queer Spirit Collective

    Queer Spirit Collective

    Virtual

    A safe community for LGBTQIA2S+ folks to explore spirituality. Wherever you’re at in your spiritual or religious journey, this is a space dedicated to helping you explore meaning, expand on your belief systems, foster connection, and harmonize the spirituality within your beautiful, authentic self. 18+  Every Tuesday from 6-730p on Zoom**$10 per group For more information contact:daniel.yi@lgbtqcenteroc.org

  • API LGBTQ+ GROUP

    Virtual

    This group is a safe space for individuals of all Asian and Pacific Islander descent (ages 18+) to meet and freely discuss experiences being Queer/API and what that means. We bring up current events, as well as help each other process things that may be happening in their community. We ask that all participants treat one another respectfully no matter what their views may be on different topics.

    $10.00
  • Spectrum Advisory Committee

    Spectrum Advisory Committee

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    The purpose of the Spectrum Advisory Committee (18+) is to inform and educate the Orange County community about the effects of opioid and stimulant use prevention. This committee is part of a larger effort to support prevention, education, and outreach through a 2S/LGBTQIA+ inclusive lens.

  • Parent’s Processing Therapy Group

    Virtual

    The Parent's Processing Group is a therapeutic group where parents can work together on processing their thoughts, feelings, and experiences with their children coming out, being in the LGBTQ community, gain peer insight from other parents, and reflect on difficulties based on parenting a child in the community. This is a free and open group for any parents who are interested in joining

  • Elevate Youth Leadership Group (ages 14-24)

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    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 5:30-7:00 pm. First Thursday is in-person at the LGBTQ Center OC and all other Thursdays are virtual. Contact:  justin.bartolome@lgbtqcenteroc.org    

  • Neuroqueer (ages 18+)

    Neuroqueer (ages 18+)

    Virtual

    Neuroqueer is a safe space for neurodivergent adults (18+) to continue to build skills, expand on their strengths and process their experiences with neurodiversity. Every Thursday, 6pm-7:30pm, via Zoom  **$10 per group**  

    $10.00