School Safety Supports Mental Health: Experiences of LGBTQ+ Students in our Public Schools

Tuesday, September 24 from 6:30 – 8 p.m.

Join us for an informative evening focused on illuminating the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth in our local public schools. Your attendance is critical because safe and supportive school climates are important for all students, but they are particularly important for LGBTQ+ youth who face bullying, harassment, and assault while at school simply because of who they are. These experiences contribute to the higher rates of depression, anxiety, and suicidality they face in comparison to their straight/cisgender peers. No registration required. VIEW FLYER

making friends is hard workshop

Wednesday, September 25 from 5 – 6 p.m.

Join us for a fun and supportive workshop designed to make socializing easier! Explore practical tips and engaging activities that will boost your confidence and help you build lasting connections. Perfect for anyone who finds making friends challenging but wants to improve their social skills. Let’s turn those awkward moments into opportunities for new friendships!

amplify

Friday, September 27 from 5 – 7 p.m.

Friday, October 25 from 5 – 7 p.m.

If it's on, it's amplified! From magicians to DJs, calling all performers. Share your passion with friends and showcase your art without any limitations. We are a judgment-free zone and safe space for you to try out a new skill or show your support for others.

gender identity dialogue

Tuesday, October 1 from 5 – 6 p.m.

Tuesday, October 15 from 5 – 6 p.m.

Tuesday, October 29 from 5 – 6 p.m.

A closed circle space for trans, gender non-conforming and questioning youth to have a safe facilitated group conversation about their unique and shared experiences. An opportunity to meet and connect with other youth over gender identity.

manifestation canvas

Thursday, October 3 from 4:30 – 6 p.m.

Unleash your inner artist! Join us for a creative workshop designing a unique vision and intention for the future life you want to live!

wisdom seekers

Tuesday, October 8 from 5 – 6 p.m.

Explore the depths of the universal unknown with your friends and peers as you embark on an inner journey of engaging connection and trading experience.

finding your voice in college essays

Wednesday October 9, from 4:30 – 6 p.m.

Wednesday October 15 from 4:30 – 6 p.m.

High School Seniors and Community College Transfer Students – come to this two-part workshop to kickstart your college essay writing process by engaging in a variety of interactive activities. This college essay workshop will teach you what the college application essays are about and how to avoid common mistakes. It is designed to foster self-reflection, create building blocks for your essays and fast track the writing process.

karaoke

Friday, October 11 from 4:30 – 6 p.m.

Mic check, one, two, three! Dust off your vocal cords and join us for a night of karaoke fun. All are welcome!

healthy relationship workshop

Saturday October 12 from 12 –1:30 p.m.

Saturday October 19 from 12 –1:30 p.m.

Saturday October 26 from 12 –1:30 p.m.

Saturday November 2 from 12 – 1:30 p.m.

Come learn important skills to help build, support, and establish healthy relationships. Our workshop will navigate defining healthy relationships, boundaries, and conflict resolution. This is a four-week workshop.

pumpkin painting

Tuesday, October 15 from 4:30 – 6 p.m.

Join us for a fun-filled Pumpkin Painting event where creativity blooms and fall colors shine! Bring your imagination to transform a pumpkin into a festive masterpiece with our array of paints and supplies. Pumpkins will be provided!

south bay young congress

Wednesday, October 16 from 6 – 7 p.m.

The South Bay Young Congress is a youth initiative organized to bring the young people of Los Angeles’s South Bay together to engage in our democracy through education, discussion, and creativity, to create a more united, just, and peaceful United States. Let’s be the change we want to see in our democracy.

clothing upcycle event

Thursday, October 17 from 4:30 – 6 p.m.

Looking for some new threads to go back to school in style? Upcycle your old clothes and catch some new magical threads. Give away any old pieces taking up closet space and find a new thrifted favorite.

first generation college bound

Tuesday, October 22 from 5 – 6 p.m.

Are you the first in your family to go to college?! Come and learn about tips and strategies on managing stress while in college and hear from other youth that are attending college; share ideas and tips!

overdose prevention training

Thursday, October 24 from 5 – 6 p.m.

Come learn valuable life-saving knowledge and skills on overdose prevention. This training will cover essential topics such as recognizing the signs of an overdose, administering naloxone, and providing critical support until professional help arrives. At the end of each training, attendees will have the opportunity to take home a naloxone kit and an instructional pamphlet.