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Our Mission Statement
The Gala Pride and Diversity Center supports and empowers people of all sexual orientations, gender identities, and expressions to strengthen and unite our Central Coast Community.
About The Gala Pride and Diversity Center
The Gala Pride and Diversity Center has been providing support, encouraging diversity and inclusion since before its incorporation in 1997. From more than 10 years we have owned our beautiful center at
1060 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo.
LGBTQ+ Community Resources
The Gala Pride and Diversity Center advocates for the Central Coast’s LGBTQ+ community and prioritizes the individuals of the Central Coast in their everyday lives from helping someone new to the area to find connections to helping a person find support services.
Get Involved
Gala Pride and Diversity Center is always working to provide a safe space and resources – creating opportunities for LGBTQ+ individuals to thrive. This is done by volunteers, Gala Pride and Diversity Center staff, and individuals just like you! Join us in our continuing efforts to lift up our LGBTQ+ community by Volunteering, and/or Donating today.
Working Hard For YOU
Resources
Gala Pride and Diversity Center is always working to provide a safe space and resources – creating opportunities for the LGBTQ+ community.
Bathroom Sign
Mike Hughes, of Tranz Central Coast, designed all-gender restroom signs as a temporary measure while you order a more permanent solution. View/Print HERE.
Donate
The Gala Pride and Diversity Center is funded by the generous contributions of individuals like you. Every dollar makes a difference. Thank you!
Board of Directors
Meet the individuals working hard to create equity and inclusion for all members of the Central Coast LGBTQ+ community.
Groups of Gala pride & diversity center
We are stronger together, and are excited to share other queer local organizations.
Volunteer
We support our Central Coast LGBTQ+ community through honest human kindness. Would YOU like to hlep?
Events
The Central Coast is widely know as a mecca for exciting events, and that includes the LGBTQ+ community! See what’s coming up here.
Newsletters
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Contact Us
Have questions about our organization or would like to schedule a time to meet? Contact us!
Gala Pride and Diversity Center Events Can Be Found On Our Events/Groups Calendar.
See Our Quick Look At Upcoming Events Below
Community Events:
What’s Going On Week of 12-28-2020
Good morning from the Gala Pride and Diversity Center! ¡Buenos días desde el Centro de Orgullo y Diversidad Gala!
Do you need individual therapy (LGBTQ+ affirming) or do you want to participate in our new therapist led monthly transgender support group (a few spots remaining for January start)? Contact Rocio at therapist@galacc.org for more information.
We know the holidays can be a rough time for some of you. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us by calling 805-541-4252 or sending a note to email@galacc.org. We will connect you with a buddy or resources!
Here’s a message from our friends at the Jewish Community Centers: We are delighted to announce the beginning of our SLO Jewish Film Festival for 2021, presented by the JCC-Federation of SLO, and supported by our generous sponsors, Film Festival committee members, and community partner organizations like you at GALA Pride and Diversity Center. You can find us on Facebook , slojff.com and get tickets at: https://slojff.com/tickets.
There are two particular films that we think your membership would love! The films are titled Almost Liam and The Seder. We want to give your organization members a Discount code in order to watch these films at a reduced rate.
Here is the process for using the Discount code:
- Go to the Tickets page here: https://slojff.com/tickets
- Click on the Discount Code bar and type GALA, then press the Plus button.
- The website will bring you to this page: SHORT FILMS TWO | SLO Jewish Film Festival (slojff.com).
- You will hit the Pre-Order button and be shown a list of ticket prices. If you only want to watch Almost Liam and The Seder (for $8.00 at the Discounted rate), please select that option. If you would like to buy other passes/tickets, that is great! Thank you for your support!
- This will lead you to the Create an Account page and you will add in your payment information.
- After that, you are able to watch Almost Liam and The Seder as many times as you would like between Thursday, January 7th, 2021 and Thursday, January 28th, 2021.
Happy Holidays!
Bobby Naimark JCC-Federation of SLO Manager
Groups are quiet this week as we slide into 2021. We didn’t manage to pull something together for New Year’s Eve, but we are looking forward to lots of great happenings in 2021! If you are able to send us a few dollars at the end of the year we appreciate it - Subsription or one off giving link
Please note: Online Transgender Support Group, Trans*Teen Peer Support Group, and Stand Out Parent Support Group are gathering at various times throughout the month. Send a note to email@galacc.org or tranzcentralcoast@gmail.com for details.
Q Youth will be up and running towards the end of January - we can’t wait to share our new programs with you!
Sunday January 3rd
7pm-8pm Sunday Evening Rap (LGBTQ+ AA Group) meets every Sunday evening. During COVID-19 closures, the meeting is on Zoom with meeting ID 206 301 937. A password is required. To receive the password email aarapgroup@gmail.com and someone will send it along.
Coming Up:
Save The Date
Thursday January 14th, 2021 - Join us for a discussion on the intersections of LGBTQ+ and Jewish life in collaboration with the JCC Federation as part of the Jewish Film Festival.
Thursday January 28th, 2021 - Join us for a forum on LGBTQ+ dementia with the Alzheimer’s Association.
Saturday February 20th - Fabulous Variety Event Show Fundraiser with SLO Light and Sound and Big Balsz Productions
Thursday February 25th, 6-7:30 pm - Town Hall Meeting with the SLO LGBTQ+ Mental Health Task Force and Dr. Jay Bettergarcia of QCares and SLOACCEPTance. You will hear about what the task force has been doing, our strategic plan for the next three years - as well as a presentation on the LGBTQ+ needs assessment and the findings which are informing our work!
Who is The Gala Pride and Diversity Center?
The Gala Pride and Diversity Center has been providing support since before its incorporation in 1997. For more than 10 years we have owned our beautiful Center at 1060 Palm Street.
Originally The Gay and Lesbian Alliance – GALA’s mission has expanded to include individuals of all sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions and we offer social support, advocacy, resources, referrals and more.
Stop by the Center for a cup of tea and a fabulous chat!
Stop by the Center for a cup of tea and a fabulous chat!
SLO Pride
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The Gala Pride and Diversity Center, advocates for the Central Coast’s LGBTQ+ community
and prioritizes the individuals of the Central Coast in their everyday lives from helping someone new to the area to find connections to helping a person find support services.
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Gala Pride and Diversity Center Events
All group dates, times, & locations can be found on our Events/Groups calendar… which is updated frequently.
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RESOURCES
Gala Pride and Diversity Center is always working to provide a safe space and resources – creating opportunities for LGBTQ+ individuals to thrive.
Thrive with the help of these valuable resources.
+ Monthly Support Meetings
+ Community Members Serviced Monthly
+ Business Partners
In-person and online… we are available anywhere at anytime.
Gala Pride and Diversity Center advocates for the Central Coast’s LGBTQ+ community and prioritizes the individuals of the Central Coast in their everyday lives from helping someone new to the area to find connections to helping a person find valuable support services.
We welcome ALL individuals regardless of ethnicity, ability, gender identity, sexual orientation and age.
Stop by the Pride Center for a cup of tea and a fabulous chat!
Meet the Board
Gala Pride and Diversity Center is a Central Coast organization managed by a board of hardworking volunteers and paid staff.
Meet the individuals who work diligently to provide the entire LGBTQ+ community with a myriad of valuable resources, workshops, events & more.
The People Behind the Gala Pride and Diversity Center.
Events & Groups Calendar
Gala Pride and Diversity Center welcomes all individuals regardless of ethnicity, ability, gender identity, sexual orientation and age. Stop by the Center for a cup of tea and a fabulous chat!
1060 Palm Street | San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Phone: (805) 541-4252
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