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.
Study 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.
This group is a safe space to foster a sense of community, provide validation, and collectively facilitate emotional resilience and empowerment. Every Wednesday 5PM-7pm In person, **$10 per group** For more information contact: beck.miller@lgbtqcenteroc.org
Quartz 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.
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.
A 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.
Our brand-new weekly Faith and Trauma Process Group gathers every Wednesday from 6:30pm to 8pm on Zoom. This is a safe and welcoming space for conversations centered around faith, church and religious trauma. The group is open to those ages 18+. Every Wednesday 6:30 PM – 8PM via Zoom, **$10 per group** If you would like to attend or have any questions, please contact lo.mosher-whipple@lgbtqcenteroc.org or rianna.williams@lgbtqcenteroc.org
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