LGBTQ YOUTH CONVENING 2025
KIND TO EVERY MIND
The Virtual LGBTQ
YOUTH CONVENING 2020
INTERSECT AND CONNECT
The LGBTQ Center OC presents: LGBTQ+ Youth Convening 2025
The LGBTQ Center OC is excited to announce its upcoming 2025 LGBTQ+ Youth Convening, a no-cost youth conference that is organized and led by youth leaders from VIVID, a coalition of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) student leaders and their allies focused on community action and engagement through a queer- and trans-inclusive lens.
This year’s theme is Kind To Every Mind!
The The 2025 LGBTQ+ Youth Convening will take place on Saturday, April 19th, 2025 at Segerstrom High School in Santa Ana.
FREE Registration: https://bit.ly/YOUTHCONVENING2025
This event is open to youth, students, parents, guardians, families, school staff and administrators, counselors, professionals, and community members and organizers. We will provide two tracks with educational workshops geared towards youth and students and parents and professionals. Additionally, we will offer a community resource fair with over 20 local organizations offering a variety of resources, services, and opportunities. It will include interactive tabletop games and activities, giveaways, and information to ensure that you build connections, gain valuable information, and explore various community programs.
We invite the entire community to experience a day complete with influential speakers, workshop presenters, organizations, and community resource fair working to provide inclusive practices to create restorative and intersectional spaces for LGBTQIA+ youth in Orange County and beyond.
Breakfast and lunch are included and no-cost to attendees.
Workshops and content include:
LGBTQIA+ Representation and Visibility | Intersectionality | LGBTQIA+ Mental Health and Self-care | Building Resilience and Confidence | Parent and Family Support | GSA/QSA Support | Restorative Justice | Youth Leadership and Empowerment | Education | Civic and Community Engagement | Community Resources and Support | Creative Writing | Art therapy and Calming Space
And more!
Stay updated and informed through the LGBTQ Center OC’s Instagram (@lgbtqcenteroc) and website (lgbtqcenteroc.org) for the latest updates. Questions? Please contact: stephanie.vandyke@lgbtqcenteroc.org
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Guest Speaker
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Conference Schedule
| Time | Action Item |
|---|---|
| 10:00am-11:00 am | Event Opens: Community Breakfast & Networking |
| 11:00am-12:00 pm | Opening Ceremony: Welcoming and Opening Speakers |
| 12:00 – 12:50 pM | Transition to Workshops Session 1 (50 Minutes)
Guest Speaker 1 |
| 12:00pm- 2:00pm | Community Resource Fair & Lunch (2 hours)
Activity Corners |
| 1:00 PM-1:50 PM | Workshop Session 2 (50 Minutes)
Guest Speaker 2 |
| 2:00pm – 3:00 PM | Closing Ceremony |
| 3:00 PM | Event Ends |
Mental Health Resources:
The LGBTQ Center OC’s Mental Health and Emotional Wellness Program (714-953-5428)
This program improves mental health and well-being by providing accessible, culturally competent and high-quality mental health promotion, disease prevention and mental health programming. Mental health counseling is available on a slide scale depending on income and is offered to youth and individuals, couples, and families. In addition to English, we have several counselors who speak Spanish, Vietnamese and Farsi. We encourage LGBTQ youth who have been bullied or are victims of violence to enroll in our mental health services to rebuild confidence and well-being.
The LGBTQ Center OC’s Youth and Young Adult Program (714-953-5428) Our Youth and Young Adult Program provides comprehensive services and resources for Orange County LGBTQIA+ youth to: 1) develop well-being, self-confidence, and belonging; 2) enhance school connectivity and academic success; 3) increase access to mental health services; 4) offer opportunities to learn and develop professional skills applicable to college and/or employment; and 5) build self-empowerment, leadership development, and community involvement. We offer social support, education, mental health, and youth leadership groups and events throughout the year. We invite LGBTQIA+ youth and allies to join us and participate!
The Trevor Project (1-866-488-7386)
The Trevor Project is one of the first organizations to offer a lifeline specifically for LGBTQ youth and advocates are there to help. They specialize in young LGBTQ people’s mental health, and they’re available 24/7. They’re a great resource if you need help or just want to talk about your life.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (1-800-273-8255)
The Lifeline is a free, anonymous, 24/7 helpline and chat service for anyone struggling with issues related to suicide. The Lifeline has counselors specifically trained to be sensitive to LGBTQ issues. If you have suicidal thoughts, know someone at risk or just want to talk about the issue, reach out. This resource is for you.
National Alliance on Mental Illness Helpline (800-950-NAMI)
NAMI offers a daily hotline that you can call to talk about mental health and to find resources in your area. The hotline is only open on weekdays, so if you have a more immediate need, it’s a good idea to reach out to a 24/7 resource like The Trevor Project.
Event Contact: Stephanie Camacho-Van Dyke (She/Her/Hers) | (714) 953-LGBT (5428) ext. 205 | stephanie.vandyke@lgbtqcenteroc.org