The Queer Youth Task Force of Santa Cruz County, Safe Schools Project, and Our Gente (a program of the Epicenter of Monterey County) are proud to present a supportive space for LGBTQIA+ and allied youth in Monterey, San Benito, & Santa Cruz Counties.
The Umbrella is Open for Everyone
Saturday, October 8, 2022
9:30 am – 2:00 pm
Watsonville High School, Watsonville
Learn more about the student summit at Fall 2022 Queer, Trans, & Allied Student Summit of the Central Coast

In 2022, the Safe Schools Project is proud launch…
Glitter Kids Corner — October 8, 2022
The Safe Schools Project, with the support of the Santa Cruz County Office of Education (SCCOE) and the Community Foundation of Santa Cruz County (CFSCC), is proud to launch Glitter Kids Corner — A day of learning, pride, and celebration especially for elementary school students and their families.
This track of the Queer Youth Summit is for 3rd- 5th graders and their families.
Saturday, October 8, 2022
9:30 am – 2:00 pm
Watsonville High School, Watsonville
Learn more at Glitter Kids Corner

Additionally, the Safe Schools Project is proud to present…
Parent/Guardian & Adult Allies Summit “Understanding Gender” — October 8, 2022
The Queer Youth Task Force of Santa Cruz County, the Safe Schools Project, TransFamilies of Santa Cruz County and Gender Spectrum is proud to present a free bilingual conference for parents, guardians, adult allies, and educators who want a deeper understanding of gender and youth in Monterey, San Benito, & Santa Cruz Counties.
Saturday, October 8, 2022
9:30 am – 2:00 pm
Watsonville High School, Watsonville
Learn more about the adult allies summit at Fall 2022 Parent/Guardian & Adult Allies Summit “Understanding Gender” / otoño 2022 taller para padres y aliados adultos