The Diversity Center offers a number of peer-to-peer support groups aimed at building community and reducing feelings of isolation.
NEW! Queer Life, Love, and Loss: An LGBTQ+ Peer Support Group
Date: Mondays, starting November 18 and ending December 23
Time: 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Location: The Diversity Center
Ages: 18+
Whether we’re L, G, B, T, Q, or more; whether we’re cis, trans, or nonbinary, queer living gives us a common ground. Community members 18 and older are welcome to this peer group, where we will co-create a safe space to mourn and to celebrate, to support and listen to each other, and have the space to make meaningful connections. Here we can grieve our losses and celebrate our loves, and to be grateful for how our lives are enriched by each other. We’ll explore different themes each week, such as: resources and challenges; gratitude and hopes/wishes; relationships (friends, lovers, and chosen family); and grief and loss.
Cultivating Trans Joy
Date: Every Third Tuesday
Time: 7:00-8:00 pm
Location: Zoom
Ages: 18-30
Cultivating Trans Joy is a community group for trans and non-binary young adults ages 18 - 26 to engage in reflection, discussion, and activities focused on cultivating joy and wellbeing. This monthly group meets on the 3rd Tuesday of each month. Cultivating Trans Joy will be facilitated by trans educator and advocate, Emmett Griffith (he/him). Please reach out to emmett.griffith@diversitycenter.org if you're interested in joining or have any questions!
LGBTQ+ Survivors of Domestic Abuse
Date: Every Second and Fourth Tuesday
Time: 6:00-7:00 pm
Location: Zoom
Every second and fourth Tuesday, Walnut Avenue is partnering with The Diversity Center to offer a virtual support group to survivors of domestic violence who are LGBTQ+. For more information about what the group is about and to register for the access link, click the link below.
Trans & Non-Binary Peer Support Group
Date: Every Wednesday
Time: 7:30-9:00 pm
Location: Zoom
Ages: 18+
Contact Nic.Laflin@diversitycenter.org for the link and password.
This support and discussion group is for people 18+ who identify on the spectrum of trans/nonbinary/agender/genderfluid and more. The group also welcomes those who want to explore their identity but who may not need or want to classify themselves. All individuals are encouraged to explore their individual selves without concern or pressure that the next step needs to be ‘transitioning’ and without concern about fitting into other people's definitions. Make up your own! The Diversity Center's transgender and non-binary peer support group provides a supportive and interactive experience in a safe and brave space.
Grupo De Apoyo Mariposa de la Comunidad LGBTQ+
Fecha: Premier Jueves del Mes
Hora: 5:30-7:30 pm
Ubicación: Biblioteca Watsonville
¡Bienvenidos al grupo de apoyo LGBTQ + de Watsonville del Centro de Diversidad! ¿Tiene 18 años o más, se siente solo, sin apoyo? O quieres conocer a otros como tú. Lo encontraste. Aquí obtendrá recursos, apoyo, capacitaciones y tendrá nuevas conexiones en la comunidad. Facilitado por Roselyn Macias el primer jueves de cada mes.
No RSVP Required
Trans Masculine Support Group
Date: Every Second and Fourth Sunday
Time: 6:00-7:30 pm
Location: Zoom
The Diversity Center Santa Cruz Trans* Masculine group meets every month on the 2nd and 4th Sunday via Zoom. This group offers peer support and social connections. All FTM, Transmen, masculine-spectrum, butch, boi, folks questioning their gender, etc. are welcome. Join us for a support group for the 1st hour and then optional social time for the last half hour. Contact transmascgroup@diversitycenter.org for questions and to get the access link.
GenderVentures for LGBTQ+ Youth
Date: Every First Saturday
Time: 2:30-4:30 pm
Location: The Diversity Center
Ages: 11-18
Gender is a journey that we all traverse, and whether it’s trotting, skipping, or sashaying- every single one of us must navigate our own gender identity. One of the best ways to freely explore gender diversity safely is to do so with community! GenderVentures will offer tangible skills for young people wanting to investigate their own gender identity or expression, or for allies who are seeking skills to support and discuss these topics.