LGBTQ Center Orange County

Immigration support? We got you. And this week on Thursday, April 8th, our team is hosting our FREE monthly Immigration Clinic. @lgbtcenteroc_Immigration Our Immigration Resources Department invites the LGBTQ immigrant community and their families and allies to attend our FREE immigration clinic. To sign up go to the immigration clinic link in our bio!... Upcoming Clinic dates are: April 8, May 13 More Info? Call 714-953-LGBT (5428) x504 or Email [email protected] Or you can also DM @lgbtcenteroc_Immigration . . . . . . . #orangecounty #daca #immigration #immigrants #lgbt #lgbtq #scotus #lesbian #gay #bisexual #transgender #queer #questioning #LGBTQCenterOC #LGBTQImmigrants #immigrationservices #immigrationresourcesoc Nuestro Departamento de Recursos de Inmigración invita a la comunidad de inmigrantes LGBTQ y sus familias y aliadXs a asistir nuestra clinica de imigracion GRATUITA, el Jueves 8 de Abril Para inscribirse, vaya al enlace de inmigración en nuestra biografía. Las próximas fechas de la clínica son: Abril 8, Mayo 13 ¿Más información? Llame al 714-953-LGBT (5428) x504 o Envíe un correo electrónico a [email protected] o también puede enviarnos un DM @lgbtcenteroc_Immigration

"Happy 50th Anniversary LGBTQ Center Orange County! Thank you for all the services and support you provide to our community. I started to attend adult peer groups at the LGBTQ Center OC in Garden Grove, CA in 1989. Ever since those meetings I have been a huge supporter to help the LGBTQ community find the love and support this organization is so willing to provide. I can attest that the life affirming programs absolutely lead to empowerment and living life as your authentic s...elf. Cheers to aiding our community to thrive for many years to come!" ~ Joe Repetti Thank you Joe for sharing some of your favorite memories at the LGBTQ Center OC. We also thank you for all the support, passion, and love you've given to our community!!! This year- we get to celebrate our 50th anniversary all year long! If you have a memory you'd like us to share please DIRECT MESSAGE us today. And we hope you save the date for our Indigo Ball on Saturday, May 1st at 7PM. Buy your ticket today, visit link below or in Bio: www.lgbtqcenteroc.org/IndigoBall @TransitionsOC @lgbtqcenteroc_Immigration @lgbtqcenteroc_youth @lgbtqcenteroc_YFOC #50YearsLightingTheWay#IndigoBall2021 #LGBTQCenterOC#OrangeCounty #50thanniversary

Since the beginning of 2021, there has been an increase of anti-transgender legislation introduced in different states across the country. According to a recent report by Human Rights Campaign, 44 anti-transgender bills have been filed in 16 states so far, including 23 that impact transgender children in schools and playing school sports. These bills place significant harm and negative social outcomes on our transgender and non-binary community members, ranging on limiting ac...cess to gender-affirming care, participation on school sports teams, equal access to gender-segregated spaces, such as restrooms, bathrooms, locker rooms, and other facilities. We must not let these bills deter us from the progress that we have made so far, as well as the work towards a more equitable environment for all. Having public officials, such as Rachel Levine, the first openly transgender federal official to be confirmed by the Senate, is a huge win for representation. Last year, the Supreme Court issued a historic decision that prohibits discrimination in the workplace based on gender identity or sexual orientation. Now, we have growing support for the Equality Act to protect LGBTQ people at the federal level. Reach out to your local federal representative to ensure they support LGBTQ equity and justice! Locate their contact information here: https://www.ocgov.com/residents/gov/legislative/delegation Visit link in Bio or link below for the full HRC report: https://hrc-prod-requests.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com//HRC- #LGBTQCenterOC #Transrights #TransIsBeautiful #TransitionsOC #LGBTQ #LGBTQrights #HRC #OrangeCounty

This week we feature the love between Jenny & Lauren (@mrsjennyaloha). Swipe and check out their beautiful love story! "Every day since that trip the zoo has been better than the day before. Even though we live together, we still text incessantly throughout the day, and have yet to run out of things to talk about. Jenny thought the opportunity to be a mother had passed, and I never envisioned sharing that dream with anyone before her. Starting a family proved to be more cha...llenging than either of us had expected. It took years and cost us financially and emotionally. We experienced deep pain and heartbreak, but now we have our son’s beautiful smile and infectious laugh. We look forward to what life brings us as a family!" What's so wonderful about our community is that there is ALWAYS love in the air. We want to bring more visibility of that love to our channel and celebrate all of our LGBTQ couples/families out there! DM us your favorite picture and maybe send us a quick quote ..a little something something about your significant other. #OCShareYourLove #LGBTQCenterOC#OrangeCounty#representationmatters#LGBTQcouples #LGBTQlove#lovewins #loveislove

For LGBTQ students of color, schools nationwide can be a very stressful environment. The majority not only face bullying, but racism. You don't have to struggle in silence, our Elevate Program team and counselors are here to help you face those obstacles together. We invite LGBTQ youth of color, parents, or educators to learn more about our Elevate Program and trauma counseling services in the link below or visit link in our Bio today.... https://www.lgbtqcenteroc.org/elevate-counseling/ #elevate #elevateprogram #bettertogether #LGBTQCenterOC #youthofcolor #shadesofus #lgbtqofcolor #lgbtqminorities #mentalawareness #mentalhealthmatters #mentsalhealthwellness #ElevateYouthCA #OrangeCounty @elevateyouthca, @thecentershf, @lgbtqcenteroc_Immigration, @lgbtqcenteroc_youth, @lgbtqcenteroc_YFOC, @transitionsOC, @elevateyouthaos, @camfam1980, @cap_oc, @latinohealthaccess, @thecentershf

We are celebrating TDOV by reading these powerful quotes from some amazing Trans folks in our community. Please show Martha some love! We will continue to uplift and support the Trans Community in times of celebration and struggle. We want to Trans community to feel seen, heard, and supported all the time. Join us today by reading these fantastic quotes that we will post throughout the day.... #TransDayofVisibility #TransIsBeautiful #LGBTQCenterOC #OrangeCounty

NEW TIME ALERT! Our FREE and VIRTUAL Trans legal clinic returns on Wednesday, February 24th at 5:30P PST! The name and gender change clinic provides assistance for those in the Trans Community who are looking for help taking on the legal aspect of their transition! Email Miliana Singh, the Transgender Health and Wellness coordinator for the LGBTQ Center OC, to register! Email at [email protected]... Wednesday, February 24th at 5:30P PST via Zoom Don’t miss out #trans#translivesmatter#orangecounty#freeevents#legalclinic#namechange#genderchange#lgbtqoc #lgbtq#lgbtqorangecounty#lgbtq#centeroc

If you stopped scrolling, chances are you're already thinking about it. If you're looking to become an "ex-smoker", let us link you to the right resources. Our team is ready to help you start your journey and commit to thriving without tobacco. Click on link below or visit link in Bio to learn more:... https://www.lgbtqcenteroc.org/tobaccofreeoc/ #LGBTQCenterOC #OrangeCounty #Tobaccofreeoc

"My name is Mallery Jenna Robinson. I am a Black Transgender woman living with HIV who has been working with and for my community for the past two years. Never let anyone or anything define your worth and your process of getting there. HIV is NOT a death sentence. First process the news and remember to breathe and be kind to yourself." @malleryjenna90 Celebrating Black LGBTQ+ Lives: Meet MALLERY ROBINSON. [@transitionsOC] Please visit link in Bio or link below to join our N...ight of Black Excellence (virtual event) next Saturday, February 27th! bit.ly/excellence21 Share with us how you are celebrating Black Excellence this month for Black History month with the hashtag #BHMOC. #BHMOC #BlackHistoryMonth#AllBlackLivesMatter #BlackTransLivesMatter#BlackQueerLivesMatter#OrangeCounty #MentalHealth #LGBTQCenterOC

Trans Orientation is TOMORROW- Saturday, February 20th and it's not too late to sign up!! @transitionsoc For our friends in the Trans Community, join us as we discuss: Hormones Legal Services... Mental Health Services and more! DATE: 2/20 at 10A -12:30P EST Via Zoom FREE & VIRTUAL To RSVP please email Miliana Singh at: [email protected]! #LGBTQ #trans #transOC#lgbtqcenteroc #orangecounty#transitionsOC

We have a new LGBTQ+ affirming counselor in the house! We are excited to introduce you to Rae! Please give her a welcome in the comments -How did you first become involved at The Center OC? I started attending some groups and events here and there after high school but I didn’t really start to get involved with The Center until I was in grad school for my MFT program. The Center was my practicum site for my program. I started volunteering at various events and helping out ...where I could. That experience was so positive and the whole team was always so supportive that I knew I wanted to remain connected with them. -When did you first start your journey in LGBTQ activism? It all started back in undergrad, it was my first opportunity to really be out and just be myself. I started attending protests opposing Prop 8 and through one of my queer studies classes, I got connected with some folks at Vote For Equality. I started out by attending meetings and canvassing with them on the weekends, which eventually lead to myself and other members establishing a chapter on my college campus. We hosted events, fundraisers, trainings, and monthly canvasses. It was a lot of hard work but was so fulfilling, and I haven’t looked back since. -Is there anything else you're passionate about? I’m really passionate about film and photography. I feel the most creative and expressive when I’m behind a camera. #lgbtq #lgbtqoc #orangecounty #lgbtqCenterOC #LGBTQYouth #LGBTQadvocacy #CenterSquad #MeetTheStaff

Next week! Our FREE and VIRTUAL Trans legal clinic returns on Thursday, February 24th! The name and gender change clinic provides assistance for those in the Trans Community who are looking for help taking on the legal aspect of their transition! Email Miliana Singh, the Transgender Health and Wellness coordinator for the LGBTQ Center OC, to register! Email at [email protected]... Thursday, February 28th at 6:45P PST via Zoom Don’t miss out #trans#translivesmatter#orangecounty#freeevents#legalclinic#namechange#genderchange#lgbtqoc #lgbtq#lgbtqorangecounty#lgbtq#centeroc

Baking brings me joy only because it brings other people joy. I started doing this for fun, but after realizing the positive impact it had on others, I realized I could also spread joy even further. I hold many fundraisers throughout the year to raise money for charities and causes I care about. It’s a win-win in my book, I get to bake desserts and give money towards amazing causes. Desserts bring people together, around the table, and in their hearts. @karliebakes What are you baking today on #NationalBakeCookiesDay ?? #LGBTQCenterOC #OrangeCounty #KarlieBakes #baking #cookies #desserts #bakingforgood

"A fresh baked cookie is like a socially distanced hug!" It's National Bake Cookies Day! Some inspiration for your baking desires from our partners @blackmarketbakery. #LGBTQCenterOC #OrangeCounty #NationalBakeCookiesDay #BlackMarketBakery #ProudHolidays #cookies #baking #virtualhugs

Yadher with boyfriend, Mark - and his supportive sister, Ileana. It's important to celebrate ALL kinds of love this holiday season. #ProudHolidays It’s great for us to highlight every single kind of family out there. In collaboration with Centerlink, Casanova McCann, LGBTQ Center Orange County, and all other participating LGBTQ Centers tagged in the post.... #LGBTQCenterOC #OrangeCounty #LatinxLGBTQ #dtsaphotochallenge10 #dtsa#SantaAna

This Saturday @10 am is the last Trans Orientation of the year! This FREE and VIRTUAL event is for those who want to learn more about the trans experience! Email [email protected] to sign up!... And keep an eye out for us on TikTok! More content will be coming soon in 2021! [@lgbtqcenteroc] Be sure to follow us @lgbtqcenteroc #trans #translivesmatter #lgbtq #orangecounty #freeevents #lgbtqcenteroc #tiktok #transservices

Happy Holidays from the Yates Family! When your kid transitions, so do you. We have been blessed. It's important to celebrate ALL kinds of love this holiday season. #ProudHolidays In collaboration with Centerlink, Casanova McCann, LGBTQ Center Orange County, and all other participating LGBTQ Centers tagged in the post.... #LGBTQCenterOC #OrangeCounty#TransIsBeautiful#blacktranslivesmatter #trans#transcouple #transfamily #transfam#transformationtuesday#transfamilysupportservices

It’s warms our hearts to know that we can inspire our friends and families. However, we recognize not everyone has the same response when coming out. Taking care of your mental health is important to your journey as an LGBTQ individual. We want you to know, Center OC still offers helpful Teletherapy and our counselors are waiting for you. How do you reach them?... There's three ways: 1. Call us at 714-953-5428 (ext. 330) 2. Fill out the Teletherapy form on Profile link OR 3. Email us [email protected]. All you need is cell service and privacy. NO ONE is turned away for their inability to pay. Even if you're unsure, we're here for any questions you might have. Mental health is for everyone! #lgbtqcounseling #lgbtcounseling #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #lgbtqcenteroc #orangecounty #lgbtqoc #comingoutmoments

Happy National Art Day! We celebrate today by recognizing some of our local artists who helped put their talent into our recent ALL BLACK LIVES MATTER paint mural at Downtown Santa Ana’s @bluelot. Swipe and check them out! We’ll also be highlighting more of their art in our stories today - stay tuned! Art truly does connect us all. Thanks @adjr93 @ _jejo_jenny @pauleep10 !! #LGBTQCenterOC #OrangeCounty #NationalArtDay #DTSA #BlueLot #artconnectsus #art #ocart #artoc #localartists #localartistsoc

Awww Happy #proudholidays from The Pride Center (Manors, FL)!!

LGBTQ history month: Time for part three of LGBTQ history month! Queer fashion has evolved dramatically in the last century. We're looking back on that evolution and how it led us to where we are today. Psst..you should also check @lgbtqcenteroc_youth for our ongoing Zoom youth groups! It’s a great way to stay connected and talk more about topics like this #lgbtqcenteroc #lgbtqoc#lgbtqhistorymonth #lgbtqfashion#androgynousfashion #queerfashion #orangecounty #lgbtqyouth #Lgbtqhottopics

Thanks @themilajam for this wonderful reminder about gender neutral terms we can all continue to put into place- creating safe and inclusive spaces everyday!! Which one is your favorite? #REPOST... #lgbtqcenteroc #orangecounty #genderdiversity #inclusive #inclusiveeducation #genderneutral #gendernuetralterms #lgbtq #gendernonconforming #gendernonbinary #transisbeautiful #wordsmatter #vocabulary #lgbtqvocabulary

"For the moment, I have the right to do (get married) and I'm not going to wait for it to be possibly taken away from me," our Executive Director, Peg Corley, was interviewed this week with ABC7 regarding the recent Pope statements regarding same sex civil unions. Take a look! https://abc7.com//pope-endorses-same-sex-civil-un/7215258/... #LGBTQCenterOC #OrangeCounty #govote #voting #vote2020 #marriageequality

#GetCentered: In 2020, let’s vote for lawmakers who champion your local LGBTQ+ community center’s life-sustaining programs and services. #LGBTQCenterOC #lgbtqoc #VoteForEquality #LGBTQVote

Watch Q.U.E.E.N.DOM redefine Queer Femme Fashion. Or as she puts it: Queering Uncharted Expressive Excellence with a touch of Nonconformity. ... #REPOST #BlackQueerLivesMatter #BlackLivesMatter #BlackTransLivesMatter #Alliance #allyship #LGBTQCenterOC #OrangeCounty #LGBTQOC

#WellnessWednesday alert indeed. A friendly reminder that today the LGBTQ Center OC's @transitionsOC will be hosting our FREE monthly virtual Legal Clinic for the Trans community. Find legal wellness for your Trans specific needs by meeting with attorneys and law students that will provide assistance on court-required forms, such as: Name Changes Birth Certificates... and more... Space is Limited! So please dm @TransitionsOC or email Miliana Singh @ [email protected] for more information! #LGBTQCenterOC #OrangeCounty #LGBTQOC #TransLivesMatter #wellnesswednesday #legalwellness #TransitionsOC #TransIsBeautiful #Translegal #translegalsupport #Freeocevents #ocevents #transoc

Know your rights before voting! Every voice matters, so vote for our future. Please take the time to review your rights as a voter. This information is available in the Voter Informational Guide. Link in bio. #coolpeoplevote #getinloserwerevoting #govote #registertovote #2020election #orangecounty #lgbtq #queer #trans #youthvote #community #getcentered #lgbtqvote #blm #blacklivesmatter #mentalhealth #LGBTQCenterOC

Community comes together for a strong message. #visibilityisimportant After months of planning and collaborating, the important piece of art displaying "ALL BLACK LIVES MATTER" in rainbow color, is now at the Blue Lot in Downtown Santa Ana. Thanks to our partners at Behr Paint, Art Professor Darren Hostetter, Blue Lot, LGBTQ Center OC volunteers, local artists and volunteers from Gay For Good - this art is on the ground in the community. As we continue to advocate on behalf... of the LGBTQ Community, we hope this message helps to center and bring visibility to the Queer and Trans Black experience. Recently featured in OC Register, link in bio. Visit Blue Lot: 119 N Bush St, Santa Ana, CA 92701 #LGBTQCenterOC #OrangeCounty #AllBlackLivesMatter #BlackTransLivesMatter #OCRegister #BlueLot #SACMuralTeam #GayForGood #SantaAna #DTSA #paint #community #communitythroughpaint #Behrpaint

So, in the case you aren't able to join us this Saturday for Twilight Zoom - - we JUST opened our silent auction! Swipe and uncover some of the goodies you can start bidding on tonight! If you spend/donate $200 or more you will automatically get our goodie bag (Valued at $115) filled with mysterious but wonderful treats!... Go to Link in Bio for the full list of items. All proceeds and donations go towards Programming and Services at the LGBTQ Center OC that help serve and empower the LGBTQ+ and allied community. #LGBTQCenterOC #OrangeCounty #TwilightZoom #ocevents #ocvirtualevents #Halloween #Halloweencostumes #theoc #oc #silentauction #HotTopic #rbg #bellantefamilywinery #barkbox #diadelosmuertos #bread #breadlovers #breadbasket

Election day is coming fast! Did you know that only 60% of people who are eligible to vote actually do? Let’s make sure the LGBTQ+ community has a strong showing at the polls in 2020 #LGBTQCenterOC #lgbtqoc #getcentered #LGBTQVote #VoteForEquality #QueerTheVote

Today is National New Friends Day This holiday is all about making room for new connections in your life and celebrating the potential for friendship everywhere you go (social distancing and all)! The LGBTQ Center OC offers plenty of opportunities to meet new friends in a safe and welcoming environment! Research has found time and time again that strong social support is a key to living your happiest, most fulfilled life. ... Find community with us at any of our upcoming events and including one tonight! QTBIPOC Financial Literacy program launches tonight (sign up in link in Bio)! Please check out our calendar for other upcoming virtual group meetings and events! (Link in bio) #LGBTQCenterOC #OrangeCounty #OC #TheOC #OCevents #OCvirtualevents #OCfreeevents #virtualhangoutsoc #virtualhangouts #communitybuilding #newfriends #LGBTQOC #LGBTQfriends #SafeZone #Finanicalliteracy #TransCommittee #fallfundraiser #TwilightZoom #winetasting #virtualwinetasting #mcclaincellars

VIRTUAL SIP WITH A MIXOLOGIST in "Spirits & Brews" is just one of the Twilight Zoom room vacancies waiting for you at our virtual event (Hosted by Hi Time Cellars)! Come hang out with us on Saturday night, October 24th at 7:30P. NOTE: For anyone in the OC area, cocktail ingredients will be delivered to your door! Virtual seats are limited, buy your tickets today. Must be over 21 years old for this room ticket.... Visit our link in Bio to see which Twilight Zoom room you dare to enter. #LGBTQCenterOC#OrangeCounty#TwilightZoom#OCEvent#OCvirtualevent#virtualhangout#Halloween#HalloweenOCevent#OCLGBTQevent#Costumeideas#Halloweencontest#Halloweencostumecontest#scarystories#fortuneteller #ghoststories#ghosts#ghoststory #scarystories #mixologist #virtualmixologist #hitimes #hitimescellars #sipwithamixologist