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The San Diego LGBT Community Center

The San Diego LGBT Community Center enhances and sustains the health & well-being of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, transgender, nonbinary, immigrant, and HIV communities to the betterment of our entire San Diego region.

EVENTS AT THE CENTER

Welcome to

The San Diego LGBT Community Center

The San Diego LGBT Community Center enhances and sustains the health & well-being of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, transgender, nonbinary, immigrant, and HIV communities to the betterment of our entire San Diego region.

EVENTS AT THE CENTER

NOW ACCEPTING YPC APPLICATIONS

The Center’s Young Professionals Council (YPC) is a community of LGBTQ+ leaders and allies ages 21-40ish that offers opportunities for connection, career development, friendship, and power-building. YPC helps to advance The Center’s twin goals of promoting LGBTQ+ health/wellness and human rights, and fosters a culture of diversity, leadership, advocacy, and camaraderie among its participants.

Applications for the 2025 YPC Academy are due February 9, 2025.

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LGBTQ+ Immigrants: Know Your Rights

The San Diego LGBT Community Center has created a resource page to help our LGBTQ+ immigrant community member navigate the changes in policy in 2025.

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OUR STORIES AT THE CENTER

“I wouldn’t have been able to do this without The Center. Keep blessing everybody you can.”

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Martin slept wherever he could for over a year until he learned about The Center’s LGBTQ Safe S.T.A.Y. Program.

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I was determined to ensure that my daughter received the support she needed. The Center made sure we had the resources she needed to thrive.

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"I learned that I would always have the support of community behind me. I am proud to say that I am a product of the Hillcrest Youth Center"

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FEATURED EVENTS

The San Diego LGBT Community Center cordially invites you to celebrate the Lunar New Year on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, from 6 pm to 8 pm at The Center’s Auditorium. Come and enjoy delicious food, watch exciting performances, and meet community members. Everyone is welcome to attend this community event.
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<a href="https://thecentersd.org/events/2025-lunar-new-year-celebration/">Learn more</a>
Join YPC Academy Info Session at Urban MO’s from 6:00-7:30 pm on Tuesday, January 28, 2025. This is the perfect opportunity for folks interested in the program to learn more, ask questions, and get tips on your YPC Academy
More info
<a href="https://thecentersd.org/events/ypc-mixer-2025/">More info</a>
Do you need help with CalFresh benefits? A CalFresh Outreach Program Coordinator from the San Diego Food Bank will be joining us at the next Senior Food Bank on Tuesday, January 28 from 1-3pm to help with CalFresh applications.
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<a href="https://thecentersd.org/events/calfresh-benefits/">More info</a>
Join us for a joyful gathering to create Valentine's crafts at The Center on Saturday, February 8th, 2025, from 2 to 4pm
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<a href="https://thecentersd.org/events/families-valentines/">More info</a>
Join us at South Bay Youth Center on Thursday, February 13, 2025 from 5 to 6:30 pm to make and take home your own felt craft as we explore and discuss elements of healthy relationships
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<a href="https://thecentersd.org/events/valentines-sbyc/">Learn more</a>
50+ And Better Together at The Center invites you to Trivia with Friends! Please join us for a fun morning of trivia every Monday prior to the Congregate Meal Program. Bring your friends, have some fun, and show off your smarts! Hosted by Center Volunteer, Luciano!
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<a href="https://thecentersd.org/events/trivia-with-friends/">Learn more</a>
Are you interested in improving your computer skills, learning more about the future of technology, and getting one-on-one basic tech support? This program is for you! Feel free to bring your own smartphones, tablets, or laptops for device-specific questions.
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<a href="https://thecentersd.org/events/digital-bridge-jan-mar-2025/">Learn more</a>
Join the National Marine Mammal Foundation to explore how marine mammals adapt to life in the ocean depths at Hillcrest Youth Center on Monday, February 3, 2025 from 5-6pm
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<a href="https://thecentersd.org/events/under-pressure-hyc/">Learn more</a>
The Center invites you to the Red Hot Dance, on Saturday, February 15, 2025, from 6-9pm! We are excited to welcome DJ Muezette and to highlight women-owned businesses this year!
Learn more
<a href="https://thecentersd.org/red-hot">Learn more</a>
Join YPC Academy Info Session at Urban MO’s from 6:00-7:30 pm on Tuesday, January 28, 2025. This is the perfect opportunity for folks interested in the program to learn more, ask questions, and get tips on your YPC Academy
More info
<a href="https://thecentersd.org/events/ypc-mixer-2025/">More info</a>
Join us for a joyful gathering to create Valentine's crafts at The Center on Saturday, February 8th, 2025, from 2 to 4pm
More info
<a href="https://thecentersd.org/events/families-valentines/">More info</a>
Join us at South Bay Youth Center on Thursday, February 13, 2025 from 5 to 6:30 pm to make and take home your own felt craft as we explore and discuss elements of healthy relationships
Learn more
<a href="https://thecentersd.org/events/valentines-sbyc/">Learn more</a>
50+ And Better Together at The Center invites you to Trivia with Friends! Please join us for a fun morning of trivia every Monday prior to the Congregate Meal Program. Bring your friends, have some fun, and show off your smarts! Hosted by Center Volunteer, Luciano!
Learn more
<a href="https://thecentersd.org/events/trivia-with-friends/">Learn more</a>
Do you need help with CalFresh benefits? A CalFresh Outreach Program Coordinator from the San Diego Food Bank will be joining us at the next Senior Food Bank on Tuesday, January 28 from 1-3pm to help with CalFresh applications.
More info
<a href="https://thecentersd.org/events/calfresh-benefits/">More info</a>
Are you interested in improving your computer skills, learning more about the future of technology, and getting one-on-one basic tech support? This program is for you! Feel free to bring your own smartphones, tablets, or laptops for device-specific questions.
Learn more
<a href="https://thecentersd.org/events/digital-bridge-jan-mar-2025/">Learn more</a>
The San Diego LGBT Community Center cordially invites you to celebrate the Lunar New Year on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, from 6 pm to 8 pm at The Center’s Auditorium. Come and enjoy delicious food, watch exciting performances, and meet community members. Everyone is welcome to attend this community event.
Learn more
<a href="https://thecentersd.org/events/2025-lunar-new-year-celebration/">Learn more</a>
Join the National Marine Mammal Foundation to explore how marine mammals adapt to life in the ocean depths at Hillcrest Youth Center on Monday, February 3, 2025 from 5-6pm
Learn more
<a href="https://thecentersd.org/events/under-pressure-hyc/">Learn more</a>
The Center invites you to the Red Hot Dance, on Saturday, February 15, 2025, from 6-9pm! We are excited to welcome DJ Muezette and to highlight women-owned businesses this year!
Learn more
<a href="https://thecentersd.org/red-hot">Learn more</a>

What is Happening at The Center

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January
10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Cyber Center

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27
January
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Many Minds

Plurality is a safe space for those exploring, learning, ...

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28
January
10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Cyber Center

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The San Diego LGBT Community Center enhances and sustains the health & well-being of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, transgender, nonbinary, immigrant, and HIV communities to the betterment of our entire San Diego region.

The San Diego LGBT Community Center enhances and sustains the health & well-being of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, transgender, nonbinary, immigrant, and HIV communities to the betterment of our entire San Diego region. 
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