Creating a safe environment for our LGBTQ youth to thrive is part of the ever-critical work of our movement, and San Diego Pride hosts several LGBTQ+ programs for young people.
Pride Youth
Lunch Bunch
Every second Saturday of the month from 11am to 2pm, you can come hang out at the San Diego Pride office with other LGBTQ+ junior high- and high school-aged youth! Lunch and beverages are free thanks to San Diego Ambassadors of The Trevor Project, so no need to pack a lunch or bring money. Just come hang out, meet other queer kids, make friends, and have a great time!
Get connected to other youth-serving programs and help Pride plan other youth-centered events and this year’s Youth Zone at Pride!
Attention teachers, parents and youth! Help spread the word by downloading our “Lunch Bunch” flyer and passing it out to someone you know that might want to go.
For questions, please contact Josh Coyne at [email protected]
Youth Marching Band
Creating a safe environment for our LGBTQ youth to thrive is part of the ever-critical work of our movement. The Youth Pride Marching Band is a volunteer program designed to foster character development and leadership in LGBTQ-identified youth who wish to participate in the parade by sharing their musical talents in a culturally supportive community.
Youth Zone
Celebrate with Pride! The Youth Zone at the Pride Festival is a fun space for young, queer, middle school through high school youth and their allies to celebrate pride, themselves, others, and just have a place to be!
Pride volunteers and all youth high-school-aged and under get into the festival for free!
Youth Art Show
San Diego Pride, Art of Pride, and the Trevor Project are partnering to create a platform to showcase young local LGBTQ artists. Art is a positive form of expression, and we welcome the opportunity to help our youth share their stories with family, friends, faculty and the community.
Read about 2018’s art show here!
Youth Leadership Academy
The Youth Leadership Academy is a one-day workshop packed with outdoor activities, bonding exercises, and empowering educational discussions. This academy will include an introduction to LGBT history, youth advocacy, and network building. With these tools, our youth will learn new skills to engage their own communities and learn how to use their voices to inspire others to action. Apply below!
Deadline to apply is October 28, 2018.
Volunteer & Internship Opportunities
Youth are welcome to join Pride either as volunteers or as interns. You are welcome to join on your own or as a part of a school-sponsored program. Contact our Programs Manager for internship questions at [email protected] or (619) 297-7683.