Quartz (ages 13-18)

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

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.

Translenials (ages 24-55)

Center on Fourth 305 E 4th St Ste 200, Santa Ana, CA, United States

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.

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)

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 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    

Event Series 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

ESL Class (ages 18+)

Join us for our weekly ESL class, completely free via ZOOM. We will go over beginner's vocabulary, pronunciation, and conversation.

Event Series Polyamory Group (ages 21+)

Polyamory 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! **$10 Every Saturday 12 – 1:30 pm  via Zoom, **$10 per group** If you would like to attend or have any questions, please contact ruth.allen@lgbtqcenteroc.org

$10.00