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1605 N Spurgeon St
Santa Ana, CA 92701 United States Get Directions
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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 LGBTQ+ English Conversation Group

LGBTQ+ English Conversation Group

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

This group is for adults 21+ that would like to practice their English conversation skills and to offer support to one another. We will be having conversations in English only and practicing listening in English in different common daily life scenarios (the market, the bank, in interviews, with neighbors, and more)  Every First Friday, 7pm-8:30pm

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."

Prism (ages 18-26)

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

Prism welcomes all lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, and/or allied young adults ages 18-26. The objective of this group is to provide young adults with a safe and welcoming space, where they can meet friends and participate in engaging weekly discussions, activities, and community events. We meet in-person at the LGBTQ Center OC.

Event Series VIVID- Validating and Including Voices in Diversity (ages 14-24)

VIVID- Validating and Including Voices in Diversity (ages 14-24)

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

VIVID: A youth leadership group that focuses on community engagement, empowerment, and advocacy. We invite LGBTQIA+ youth, students, and allies ages 14-24 who are passionate about creating positive change within their schools and communities. VIVID provides a supportive space for members to develop leadership skills, collaborate on community-focused projects, and advocate for LGBTQIA+ inclusion and representation. Through VIVID, participants engage in various activities, including organizing and hosting community events and group activities. The group focuses on mentorship, peer support, and education, offering its members the opportunity to build confidence and leadership. Meets in-person on Tuesdays from 5:30-7:00 pm at the LGBTQ Center OC. Zoom option is available for youth who want to participate virtually. Feel free to share this opportunity with others: bit.ly/vivid-youth   Questions? Please contact: Justin Bartolome justin.bartolome@lgbtqcenteroc.org

Event Series OUTlet

OUTlet (ages 18-26)

Virtual +1 more

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.

Event Series Study with Pride (ages 13-18)

Thrive with Pride (ages 13-18)

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

Study With Pride is a tutoring group for LGBTQIA+ 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. 

Event Series Transmasc Empowerment 

Transmasc Empowerment 

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

This group is a safe space to foster a sense of community, provide validation, and collectively facilitate emotional resilience and empowerment.  Every Wednesday 5:30 -7 pm (Hybrid) **$10 per group** For more information contact: beck.miller@lgbtqcenteroc.org

$10.00

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.

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