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

SPORTY HEALTH: Come Skate

The LGBTQ Center OC in partnership with OC Health Care Agency invite you to our Sporty Health: Come Skate event. Staying active is essential for good mental health and can boost you mood. Skateboards, roller skates, and fingerboards- the world of skate is open to all! -Learn the basic elements of skate -Connect to mental health resources -See live demos -Take home free clothing Bring your own wheels or share with a new friend. (location will be announced after registration.)   Register at: bit.ly/ProjectYOU_OC  

HIKING GROUP

LET'S GO HIKING! Come and explore and connect. This group meets on the 2nd Sunday of each month. Enjoy nature, exercise and mindfulness. This group is led by one of the LGBTQ Center OC's mental health counselors. #Location changes so contact Matthew Bernarda for details:  matthew.bernarda@lgbtqcenteroc.org

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.

Genderflood (Ages 18-26)

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

Gender Flood is a social drop-in group for transgender, genderqueer, non-binary, gender non-conforming, and gender-questioning young adults ages 18-26. We aim to create a supportive and inclusive environment in which one's gender may be freely expressed and respected. Get involved, meet others, and participate in engaging weekly discussions, activities, and community events! Important Note: This is a closed space facilitated by and for transgender adults (or any identities that fall under the umbrella.) We kindly ask to respect the space for *trans people only."