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Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Questioning, Intersex & 2-Spirit Information and Resources for the East Bay (Contra Costa & Alameda Counties) and the San Francisco Bay Area.

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INFORMATION AND RESOURCES: CLICK HERE TO PRINT .PDF OF RESOURCES LISTED BELOW Hotlines; Information & Referral; PERSONAL NAVIGATORS Counseling & Mental Health; and It is the Vision of Contra Costa Health Services that all residents of Contra Costa County—including Community Centers Resources the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Questioning, Queer, Intersex and 2-Spirit (LGBTQQI2-S) News Resources communities—who seek mental health services will have equal access to quality health care services. Youth Resources

Further, it is the Departments’ goal to reduce barriers to culturally appropriate and competent Parents & Family Members Resources health care, for Contra Costa County LGBTQQI2-S residents. Senior's Resources Therefore, we have identified Health Services Staff—that are part of the LGBTQQI2-S & Straight Allies communities—who will provide personal assistance in accessing, and receiving services, in a Women's Resources safe and supportive environment. Men's Resources Please feel free to call any of the following contacts for assistance. Just let them know you are requesting Navigator’s assistance. Bisexual Resources

Contra Costa County Regional Hospital and Clinics: Transgender & Intersex Resources All Programs: Susan Meltzer, MSW @ 925/229-9190 or 510/231-1377 Deaf & Hard of Hearing Resources Public Health: All Programs: Joanne Genet, MSW @ 925/313-6763 Ethnic & Cultural Resources AIDS Programs: John Sturr, MSW @ 925/313-6781 HIV Testing: Carla Goad, MA, LMFT @ 925/313-6787 Religion & Spirituality Resources

Mental Health: Health Resources Access to All Programs: Tony Sanders, PhD @ 925/372-4401 HIV & AIDS Resources All Children’s MH Services: Rich Weisgal, LMFT @ 925/646-5120 Central County Adult MH Services: John Allen @ 925/646-5479 & Kennisha Johnson @ 646-5813 Addiction & Recovery Resources East County Adult MH Services: Walter Gorski @ 925/431-2616 The Rainbow Community Center: Domestic & Community Violence Resources Alpha Mulugeta, MSW @ 925/692-0090 x305 and Ben Barr, MSW @ 925/692-0090 x301 Vocational Services—Adult Mental Health: David Woodland @ 925/646-5454 Employment & Financial Resources West, East & Central Wellness & Recovery Centers (operated by Mental Health Consumer Concerns): Brenda Crawford @ 925/521-1230 Legal Resources Youth Homes: Michelle Willis @ 925/876-7414 Social Activities Resources

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Contra Costa County Mental Health -- A Reducing Health Disparities Project CONTACT US Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Questioning, Intersex & 2-Spirit Hotlines; Information & Referral; Counseling & Mental Health; and Community Centers Resources for the East Bay (Contra Costa & Alameda Counties) and the San Francisco Bay Area.

HOTLINES

● YOUTH AND ADOLESCENTS HOTLINES ❍ CALIFORNIA YOUTH CRISIS LINE 24/7 1-800-843-5200 ❍ GLBT National Youth Talkline (through age 25): 1-800-246-PRIDE (7743) ❍ Rainbow Youth Hotline 877/LGBT-YTH (542-8984) ❍ Trevor (GLBTQQI Youth Suicide Prevention) Helpline 866/4U-TREVOR (488-7386) ● ADULT HOTLINES ❍ Drug Line 24/7 415/362-3400 ❍ The GLBT Hotline of San Francisco 415.355.0999 ❍ GLBT National Hotline 1-888-THE-GLNH (843-4564) ❍ NAMI National Helpline 800/950-NAMI (6246) ● AIDS/STD/HEALTH HOTLINES ❍ AIDS/HIV/HEPATITIS Nightline 415.434.AIDS (2437) or 800.628.9240 ❍ California AIDS, STD & Hepatitis Hotline 1-800-FOR-AIDS (367-2437) English & Spanish, TDD: (888) 225-AIDS ❍ CONTRA Costa AIDS Program Information Line 1-800-287-0200 ❍ San Francisco Sex Information Website 415/989-SFSI (7374) WWW.SFSI.ORG ❍ Women’s Cancer Resource Center of Oakland, CA (Serves CCC & Alameda Residents) Toll Free Help Line: 1-888-421-7900 (English & Spanish) ● FAMILY, SCHOOL, AND/OR COMMUNITY VIOLENCE HOTLINES ❍ Contra Costa Crisis Center, School Violence Tip-Line 800/863-7600 ❍ CUAV (Community United Against Violence) Community and Domestic Violence 24-hr. Crisis Hotline: 415/333-HELP (Multi-lingual) ❍ WOMAN Inc. (Women Organized to Make Abuse Nonexistent Inc.) 415.864.4722 (24-hour crisis line) or 877.384.3578 (toll free) English & Spanish

INFORMATION AND REFERRAL

● GLBT Near Me--the Nation’s largest collection of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender (GLBT) resources, all verified on a regular basis. www.glbtnearme.org ● Betty’s List 415.503.1375; www.BettysList.com. An online directory for the LGBT Community ● Contra Costa Resource Online Database www.211database.org Phone: 211 ● EastBayVoice.org (Local events, resources, etc.) www.EastBayVoice.org ● Information & Referral database: www.sfqueer.com

COUNSELING AND MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES

● East Bay Individual, Couples, Family and Group Counseling ❍ Contra Costa County Mental Health Access Line 888/678-7277 Provides authorization to MH services for individuals and families with full-scope Medi-Cal. Also, provides MH referrals for all Contra Costa County residents. Request Providers that work with the LGBT communities. Their call staff speaks English, Spanish, Tagalog, Hindi, and Urdu. Phone interpreters are available for callers speaking other languages. Referrals for Mental Health Services by Providers who speak different languages are made. ❍ Rainbow Community Center 3024 Willow Pass Rd., Ste. 200, Concord, CA 94519 Phone: 925/692-0090 Website: www.rainbowcc.org Email: [email protected] ❍ Pacific Center for Human Growth 2712 Telegraph Ave., Berkeley, CA 94705 Phone: 510/548-8283 Website: www.pacificcenter.org Email: [email protected] ● SF Bay Area MH Counseling Referrals ❍ GAYLESTA Phone: 888/869-4993 Website: http://www.gaylesta.org/index.html Bay Area Mental Health Services referrals. ❍ Gay and Lesbian Medical Association Website: www.glma.org Find a Provider: MD (including psychiatrist), PhD, LCSW, DDS, etc. ❍ Association of Gay & Lesbian Psychiatrists Website: www.aglp.org/index.html Search referral directory. ❍ New Leaf: Services for Our Community Phone: 415/626-7000 Website: www.newleafservices.org Mental health support and substance abuse services.

COMMUNITY CENTERS

● Rainbow Community Center 3024 Willow Pass Rd., Ste. 200, Concord, CA 94519 Phone: 925/692-0090 Website: www.rainbowcc.org Email: [email protected] ● Central County Mental Health Wellness & Recovery Center 2975 Treat Blvd, Bldg C, Concord, CA 94518 Phone: 925/521-1230 Website: http://mhccnet.org Email: [email protected] ● East County Mental Health Wellness & Recovery Center 2400 Sycamore Drive, Ste 30, Antioch, CA 94509 Phone: 925/779-9977 Website: http://mhccnet.org Email: [email protected] ● West County Mental Health Wellness & Recovery Center 12240 San Pablo Ave, Richmond, CA 94805 Phone: 510/232-3839 Website: http://mhccnet.org Email: [email protected] ● Pacific Center for Human Growth 2712 Telegraph Ave., Berkeley, CA 94705 Phone: 510/548-8283 Website: www.pacificcenter.org Email: [email protected]

CONTACT Contra Costa County Mental Health -- A Reducing Health Disparities Project US Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Questioning, Intersex & 2-Spirit News Resources for the East Bay (Contra Costa & Alameda Counties) and the San Francisco Bay Area.

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OUT IN THE BAY RADIO -- HTTP://OUTINTHEBAY

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OUT NOW MAGAZINE -- WWW.ONBAYAREA.COM

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OUTWORD NEWSPAPER -- WWW.OUTWORDMAGAZINE.COM

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Contra Costa County Mental Health -- A Reducing Health Disparities Project CONTACT US Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Questioning, Intersex & 2-Spirit Youth Resources for the East Bay (Contra Costa & Alameda Counties) and the San Francisco Bay Area.

EAST BAY YOUTH RESOURCES

● Contra Costa Crisis Center Phone: 925/939-1916 Suicide hotline: 800/SUICIDE School Violence Tipline: 800/863-7600 Website: www.crisis-center.org Provides a school violence tipline is a safe place for students and parents to report weapons on campus, homicidal or suicidal threats, or other behavior possibly leading to violence. ● Rainbow Community Center 3024 Willow Pass Rd., Ste. 200, Concord, CA 94519 Phone: 925/692-0090 Website: www.rainbowcc.org Email: [email protected] Social and Support Groups for LGBTIQ Youth (activities & outings). Also - young gay and bisexual men’s groups (ages 21-35 years): skills development, social and per support group. ● RYSE Youth Center 205 41st St, Richmond, CA 94805 Phone: 510/374-3401 Website: www.rysecenter.org RYSE is a safe and welcoming center for diverse (including LGBT) youth that builds youth power and leadership towards personal and community health and transformation. Grounded in social justice, RYSE provides comprehensive and holistic programming and promotes multi-racial, cross-cultural relationships. ● Pacific Center for Human Growth 2712 Telegraph Ave., Berkeley, CA 94705 Phone: 510/548-8283 Website: www.pacificcenter.org Email: [email protected] Youth social and education activities plus peer groups – youth programs (13-23 years): Drop-in social activities, support, art, activism, education, food, friends, movies, video games, writing and fun; Queer Youth Movie Night; Safer Schools Project Youth Activist Trainings; Gay-Straight Alliance Club supports; Youth Speaker’s Bureau; Mental Health Counseling; LOUD Youth Group Expressions (arts/crafts/writing/music); LOUD Youth Group Voices (youth leadership). Also – Express 20’s Discussion Group for Gay, Bisexual or Questioning Men in their 20’s. ● PFLAG National & Local Chapters Website: www.pflag.org Email: [email protected] Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays is a large national organization with many local chapters. Provides support for LGBTQ people and their families. ❍ Concord (Rainbow Community Center) - 925/692-0090 ❍ Danville/San Ramon 3rd Mon., 7:30 p.m. - 925/831-8172 Email: [email protected] ❍ Diablo Valley/Walnut Creek/Concord 3rd Tues., 7:30 p.m. - 925/283-8928 ❍ Fremont 2nd Tues., 7:30 p.m. - 510/226-6816 Email: [email protected] ❍ Hayward - 510/782-5462 ❍ Oakland/East Bay 4th Tues. 7:30 p.m. - 510/562-7692 Email: [email protected] nd ❍ Rossmoor 2 Wed., 3:00pm - 925/945-1667 ❍ San Francisco 2nd Sun., 2:00 p.m. - 415/921-8850 Email: [email protected] Website: www.pflagsf.org ❍ Oakland - 510/562-7692 ❍ San Jose - 408/270-8182 ● DreamCatcher Youth Support Center 422 Jefferson St. Oakland, CA 94607 Phone: 800/379-1114 Drop in center for teens 13-19 open Mon. - Fri. 3-8:30pm. Call for overnight shelter. Community supper 6-7:00, laundry 3-6:00. Also provides health services, education, counseling, academic support, recreation, movies and peer support groups. ● The Edge 39160 State St. Fremont, CA 94538 Phone: 510/790-2887 Support group for Fremont youth. Drop-in hours are Monday, Wednesday and Thursday from 5-8:00pm. Youth group meets Mondays from 7-9pm. ● Empowerment Program - Center for Human Development Phone: 925/753-1004 Website: www.chd-prevention.org/qyat.htm A youth development – support group serving LGBTQ youth (14-18 years) in East Contra Costa County (Antioch CHD site). ● The Lambda Youth Project at Project Eden 22646 2nd St. Hayward, CA 94541 Phone: 510/247-8217 Website: www.gayprom.org LGBTQ youth group providing both a speaker's bureau, support group and Gay Prom coordination and setup. ● The Lambda Youth Annual Gay Prom 22646 2nd St. Hayward, CA 94541 Phone: 510/247-8217 Website: www.gayprom.org Held yearly on the second Saturday in June for LGBTQ and Allies 20 yrs and under for the Bay Area and Beyond. ● The Lighthouse Community Center 1217 A Street, Hayward, CA 94541 Phone: 510/881-8167 Website: http://www.lcchayward.org/ Email: [email protected] Tuesday evenings, 8:15pm-9:30pm - Clean and sober social space for LGBTQ youth and str8 ally friends, ages 25 and under. Come play board games, watch a movie, or just hang with friends. ● SMAAC (Sexual Minority Alliance of Alameda County) 1608 Webster St., Oakland, CA 94612 Phone: 510/834-9578 Website: http://71.18.234.3/index.html Provides support groups, Early Intervention Café, case management, weekly Life Skills Training, Peer Counseling training, and other resources for LGBTQ youth. ● Xanthos 2325 Clement, Alameda, CA 94501 Phone: 510/522-8363 Website: www.xanthos.org Free Queer and Question group for youth 14-18, on Wednesdays from 4-5:00.

SF BAY AREA YOUTH RESOURCES

● Ally Action Phone: 925/ 685-5480 Website: www.alyaction.org PRYDE Program (school-site and/or community-based) -- Ally Action youth leaders join together to make anti-LGBT bullying, harassment and name-calling unacceptable in our schools, reaching thousands of their Bay Area peers through educational workshops and outreach each year. ● Bay Positives 701 Oak Street, SF, CA 415/487-1616 www.baypositives.org Peer-run LGBT youth 26 and under living with HIV/AIDS. Support, case management, counseling, housing assistance, drop-in group, social and recreational events. ● Billy DeFrank Lesbian and Gay Community Center 408.293.2429 www.defrank.org Provides community, leadership, advocacy, support and services to the Silicon Valley LGBT community and their allies. Programs include social activities, youth leadership development, nutritious lunches for seniors, support groups, individual counseling and HIV testing. ● California Safe Schools Coalition 160 - 14th Street San Francisco, CA 94103 415-626-1680 www.casafeschools.org Statewide coalition to promote safer schools and to implement the California Student Safety and Violence Prevention Act. Provides advocacy, training and research ● COLAGE (Children of Lesbians & Gays Everywhere) Phone: 415/861-5437 Website: www.colage.org Email: [email protected] The only national and international organization in the world specifically supporting young people with LGBTQ parents. ● The Community Initiative 253-R Market Street, San Francisco, CA 94114 415.820.9606 www.thecommunityinitiative.org [email protected] A socially activist organization of San Francisco queer men bringing the many different communities of gay men together through activism, ongoing activities and events. ● Dimensions Clinic: Health Services for Queer and Questioning Youth 415.934.7789; www.dimensionsclinic.org rovides health services for queer and questioning youth and young adults, age 12 to 25. ● The Diversity Center, Santa Cruz 831.425.5422; www.diversitycenter.org Offers a drop-in safe space, peer groups, potlucks, job and housing referrals, business and resource information, a lending library and more. ● Gay-Straight Alliance Network 415.552.4229; www.gsanetwork.org A youth-led organization that works to end sexual orientation and gender identity harassment and discrimination in schools. ● Go Program—SF Richmond Village Beacon Center 415.750.8554; www.rvbeacon.org Seeks to create a safe space for LGBT, queer and questioning youth at SF George Washington High School. ● KidSpace at the Center 415.865.5555; www.sfcenter.org/kidspace.php KidSpace is the San Francisco Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Community Center’s free, high-quality drop-in childcare service. In addition to childcare on evenings and weekends, KidSpace brings fun and educational programming to the bay area’s LGBT families. ● LYRIC (Lavender Youth Recreation & Info. Center) 127 Collingwood St., San Francisco 94114 Phone: 415/703-6150 Website: www.lyric.org Email: [email protected] A community center for queer youth 23 and under that offers support groups, recreation, events, educational services, health information and employment assistance. ● National Center for Lesbian Rights (NCLR) YOUTH PROJECT Phone: 415/392-6257 Website: www.nclrights.org Provides direct, free legal information to youth, legal advocates, and activists through a toll-free line; advocates for policies that protect and support LGBTQ youth; and litigates cases that establish legal protections for LGBTQ youth in schools, foster care, juvenile justice and other settings. Outlet English & SpanishWebsite: http://www.projectoutlet.org/ [email protected] 711 Church Street, Mountain View, CA 94041 (650) 965-2020 ext. 22 OUTLET supports and empowers lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and questioning youth ages 13-20 living on the Peninsula and South Bay. ● Our Family Coalition 870 Market St, Suite 872, SF, CA 415/981-1960 www.ourfamily.org Provides support to LGBT families with children and prospective parents through through education, advocacy, social networking and grassroots community organizing. Regular social events, workshops, speakers, peer support, education, adoption information, referrals, newsletters and email lists. ● Positive Images 707.568.5830 www.posimages.org Provides advocacy, support and information to gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgendered and questioning youth and young adults age 12 to 25. Its mission is to nurture a positive self image and foster clear understanding of diversity in sexual and gender identity. ● Rainbow's End – Spectrum 1000 Sir Francis Drake Blvd. #10 San Anselmo, CA 94960 415-457-1115 www.spectrummarin.org Social and support group for LGBTQ youth, classroom and community education. ● San Francisco Health Department’s Dimensions 3850 17th St, SF, CA 94114 415/487-7589 Comprehensive clinic serving medical and mental health needs of LGBTQQ youth ages, 12-25. Thursdays, 5:00-8:00 pm & Saturdays noon – 3:00 pm. ● The San Francisco Lesbian/Gay/Bisexual/Transgender Community Center 415.865.5555; www.sfcenter.org Home to a dynamic range of organizations and activities that support the needs of LGBT individuals of every race, gender, age, sexuality and socioeconomic status. ● Spectrum Center for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Concerns 415.457.1115; www.spectrumlgbtcenter.org Strengthens, mobilizes and serves LGBT and questioning people in Marin and Sonoma counties; promotes acceptance, understanding and full inclusion. ● Support Services for LGBTQ Youth School Health Programs San Francisco Unified School District 415.242.2615 www.healthiersf.org Its goal is to provide school site resources and district support to meet the needs of LGBTQ youth and families. The program is completely integrated within San Francisco Unified School District and collaborates with other programs to make schools safer for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and questioning students. ● TransGender San Francisco 415.839.9448 www.tgsf.org Provides a safe setting and support services for transgender people and educational materials for the transgender community and the general public. ● Youth Trans & Intersex Education Services (Youth TIES) www.youthgenderproject.org/Youth Trans & Intersex Education Services (Youth TIES) is a youth-led organization advocating for, addressing the challenges of, and educating the trans, gender-variant, intersex and questioning (TGIQ) youth in the San Francisco Bay Area. (San Francisco, CA)

NATIONAL YOUTH RESOURCES

● Advocates for Youth www.advocatesforyouth.org/glbtq.htm A website dedicated to people interested in advocating for LGBTQ youth. ● ACLU (American Civil Liberties Union) No. California—Gay and Lesbian Rights Chapter 1663 Mission St., Ste. 460, San Francisco, CA 94103 Phone: 415/621-2493 Website: www.aclunc.org Acts to ensure that gay rights issues remain in the forefront of the ACLU’s civil liberties agenda. The ACLU works in courts, legislatures and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties Guaranteed to every person in this country by the Constitution and laws of the United States. ● ACLU Get Equal Campaign www.aclu.org/getequal America is focused on LGBT rights as never before, which gives us the chance to frame the public dialogue on equality. Since every step forward is met with resistance, we've got to fight smart to win. On this website is a complete toolkit to help you protect your relationships (including fighting for marriage), find resources on parenting, make schools safe, fight against LGBT discrimination, and, for all issues, organize effectively. ● Child Welfare League of America www.cwla.org The Child Welfare League of America (CWLA) is an association of nearly 800 public and private nonprofit agencies that assist more than 3.5 million abused and neglected children and their families each year with a range of services. CWLA, in partnership with Lambda Legal Defense and Education Fund (http://www.lambdalegal.org) are working together to build the child welfare system's capacity to deal equitably and constructively with young people, family members, and employees who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or questioning their sexual orientation (LGBTQ), with particular emphasis on those making the transition to adulthood. ● Children Of Lesbians And Gays Everywhere (COLAGE) www.colage.org COLAGE's mission is to engage, connect, and empower people to make the world a better place for children of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and/or transgender parents and families. ● Dottie's Magic Pockets www.dottiesmagicpockets.com Dottie's Magic Pockets is the first kids' show that features gay and lesbian families - and it is Super-riffic Fun for everyone! Each zany episode is filled with catchy songs, cute cartoons - like purplish-pink Princess and her two dads - and Dottie's fabulous puppet friends. ● Gay, Lesbian, Straight Education Network (GLSEN) www.glsen.org The Gay, Lesbian & Straight Education Network strives to assure that each member of every school community is valued and respected regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity/expression. Check out their website for great resources for safe schools and Gay-Straight Alliance (GSA) organizing tools. ● Gay-Straight Alliance Network www.gsanetwork.org This is California’s statewide GSA network website. Check out their great resources for safe schools organizing. Empowering youth to fight homophobia and transphobia in schools. ● GLBT National Help Center http://www.glbtnationalhelpcenter.org The GLBT National Help Center Web site connects members of the GLBTQ community to peer counseling, local resources, and more. ● Human Rights Campaign (HRC) www.hrc.org The Human Rights Campaign is America’s largest civil rights organization working to achieve gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender equality. ● LAMBDA Legal www.lambdalegal.org Lambda Legal is the oldest national organization pursuing high-impact litigation, public education and advocacy on behalf of equality and civil rights for lesbians, gay men, bisexuals, transgender people and people with HIV. ● Llego, the National Latino/a LGBT Organization 1420 K St., Suite. 400 Washington, DC 20005 Phone: 202/408-5380 Website: http://www.lbhi.org/sponsorinfoLLEGO.html The only national nonprofit organization devoted to representing Latina/o LGBTQ communities and addressing their growing needs. ● National Center for Lesbian Rights (NCLR) YOUTH PROJECT Phone: 415/392-6257 www.nclrights.org Provides direct, free legal information to youth, legal advocates, and activists through a toll-free line; advocates for policies that protect and support LGBTQ youth; and litigates cases that establish legal protections for LGBTQ youth in schools, foster care, juvenile justice and other settings. ● National Day of Silence Website: www.dayofsilence.org A student-led day of action where those who support making anti-LGBTQ bias unacceptable in schools take a day- long vow of silence. ● National Education Association LGBTQ Caucus Website: www.nea-glc.org Represents public education employees who are concerned about sexual orientation issues and their impact on students and the school employees who work with them. ● National Gay and Lesbian Task Force (NGLTF) www.thetaskforce.org The mission of the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force is to build the grassroots power of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community. We do this by training activists, equipping state and local organizations with the skills needed to organize broad-based campaigns to defeat anti-LGBT referenda and advance pro-LGBT legislation, and building the organizational capacity of our movement. ● National Youth Advocacy Coalition 1638 R Street NW, Suite 300 Washington, DC 20009 202.319.7596 ; Toll-free: 800-541-6922 www.nyacyouth.org The National Youth Advocacy Coalition is a social justice organization that advocates for and with young people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or questioning (LGBTQ) in an effort to end discrimination against these youth and to ensure their physical and emotional-well being. ● Out Proud! The National Coalition for GLBT Youth Website: www.outproud.org Email: [email protected] Provides outreach and support to LGBTQ teens just coming to terms with their sexual orientation and to those contemplating coming out. ● Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) www.pflag.org PFLAG is a national non-profit organization with over 200,000 members and supporters and over 500 affiliates in the United States. PFLAG promotes the health and well-being of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender persons, their families and friends through: support, to cope with an adverse society; education, to enlighten an ill- informed public; and advocacy, to end discrimination and to secure equal civil rights. Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays provides opportunity for dialogue about sexual orientation and gender identity, and acts to create a society that is healthy and respectful of human diversity. ● QueerAmerica Database http://www.queeramerica.com The largest collection of queer resources in the nation, including information about community centers, support organizations, PFLAG chapters and more. A project of the National Coalition for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender Youth. ● Safe Schools Coalition 2124 Fourth Ave. Seattle, WA 98121 (206) 632-0662 x49 www.safeschoolscoalition.org Coalition to provide school advocacy, training, resources and research to promote safer schools. ● Transproud Website: www.transproud.org Transproud is a World Wide Web site for transgender youth with a wide range of resources available for youth and educators by clicking on any icon to get to the related subject area. ● TransYouth Family Advocates http://imatyfa.org/ A coalition of parents, friends and caring adults dedicated to educating and raising public awareness about the medical and cultural challenges faced by children with gender variant and gender questioning identities and the families who love them.

SF BAY AREA UNIVERSITY STUDENT/ALUMNI RESOURCES

❍ University Of California Berkeley Queer Resource Center 305 Eshleman Hall Berkeley, CA 94720- Ph: 510-643-8429 GLBT resource center ❍ University Of California Berkeley Haas School Of Business Q@haas 545 Student Services #1900 Berkeley, CA 94720-1900 Email: [email protected] LGBT graduate student group. ❍ University Of California Berkeley Queer Alliance 305A Eshleman Hall Berkeley, CA 94720- Ph: 510-643-8429 Email: [email protected] Social group for GLBT students ❍ University Of California Berkeley Boalt School Of Law Queer Caucus 283 Simon Hall Berkeley, CA 94720- Email: [email protected] GLBT law students ❍ University Of California Berkeley Gender Equity Resource Center 202 Cesar E Chavez Student Center Berkeley, CA 94720-2440 Ph: 510-642-4786 Fax: 510-642-4788 Email: [email protected] Resources and educ. programming on gender and sexuality for UC Berkeley community.

CONTACT Contra Costa County Mental Health -- A Reducing Health Disparities Project US Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Questioning, Intersex & 2-Spirit Parents and Family Resources for the East Bay (Contra Costa & Alameda Counties) and the San Francisco Bay Area.

EAST BAY RESOURCES FOR PARENTS & FAMILY MEMBERS

● PFLAG National 1726 Main St. NW, Suite 400, Washington, DC 20036 Phone: 202/467-8180 Website: www.pflag.org Email: [email protected] Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays is a large national organization with many local chapters. Provides support for LGBTQ people and their families. ● PFLAG Local Chapters: ❍ Concord (Rainbow Community Center) - 925/692-0090 ❍ Danville/San Ramon 3rd Mon., 7:30 p.m. - 925/831-8172 Email: [email protected] ❍ Diablo Valley/Walnut Creek/Concord 3rd Tues., 7:30 p.m. - 925/283-8928 ❍ Fremont 2nd Tues., 7:30 p.m. - 510/226-6816 Email: [email protected] ❍ Hayward - 510/782-5462 ❍ Oakland/East Bay 4th Tues. 7:30 p.m. - 510/562-7692 Email: [email protected] nd ❍ Rossmoor 2 Wed., 3:00pm - 925/945-1667 ❍ San Francisco 2nd Sun., 2:00 p.m. - 415/921-8850 Email: [email protected] Website: www.pflagsf.org ❍ Oakland - 510/562-7692 ❍ San Jose - 408/270-8182 ● Rainbow Community Center 3024 Willow Pass Rd., Ste. 200, Concord, CA 94519 Phone: 925/692-0090 Website: www.rainbowcc.org Email: [email protected] ● Pacific Center for Human Growth 2712 Telegraph Ave., Berkeley, CA 94705 Phone: 510/548-8283 Website: www.pacificcenter.org Email: [email protected] ● Parent Group for Gender Variant and Transgender Children Children's Hospital, Oakland, CA Stephanie Brill, facilitator [email protected] ● Somos Familia Phone: 510/685-2260 (Mirna) or 510/872-3683 (Laurin) Email: [email protected] Somos Familia is the only organization oriented to Latino families seeking support for their children who are LGBTQ. The group was started by two mothers to extend support to other families with similar experiences. ● Rainbow Flag Health Services And Sperm Bank 933 Central Ave., Alameda, CA 94501- Ph: 510-521-7737 Email: [email protected] Specialty: Health Sperm bank serving the g/l community in SF. Fresh inseminations with known donors. ● Sperm Bank Of California 2115 Milvia, #201, Berkeley, CA 94704-1157 Ph: 510-841-1858 Fax: 510-841-0332 Email: [email protected] Full-service sperm bank serving mostly lesbians. Hours: Mon. thru Friday from 9am to 5pm. The first and only sperm bank in the United States to operate as a non-profit organization. The mission is to provide services, information and resources to all women and men who choose to create or expand their families through donor insemination and sperm storage. Serving lesbians and single women since 1982. Approximately 75% of clients are single or coupled lesbians.

SF BAY AREA RESOURCES FOR PARENTS & FAMILY MEMBERS ● Billy DeFrank Lesbian and Gay Community Center 408.293.2429; www.defrank.org Provides community, leadership, advocacy, support and services to the Silicon Valley LGBT community and their allies. Programs include social activities, youth leadership development, nutritious lunches for seniors, support groups, individual counseling and HIV testing. ● Dimensions (Castro-Mission Health Center Office) 3850 17th St., (between Sanchez & Noe Sts.), San Francisco, CA Phone: 415/487-7589 Comprehensive health services for Queer and Questioning Youth. Drop-in or make an appointment. Open on Thursday from 5-8:00. ● The Diversity Center Santa Cruz, CA 831.425.5422; www.diversitycenter.org Offers a drop-in safe space, peer groups, potlucks, job and housing referrals, business and resource information, a lending library and more. ● KidSpace at the Center 415.865.5555; www.sfcenter.org/kidspace.php KidSpace is the San Francisco Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Community Center’s free, high-quality drop-in childcare service. In addition to childcare on evenings and weekends, KidSpace brings fun and educational programming to the bay area’s LGBT families ● Our Family Coalition 870 Market St., Suite 872, San Francisco, CA 94102 Phone: 415/981-1960 Website: www.ourfamily.org Email: [email protected] Promotes the civil rights and well being of families with lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender members through education, advocacy, social networking and grassroots community organizing. ● Pacific Reproductive Services 44 DeHaro Street, #222 San Francisco, CA 94107 Ph: 415-487-2288 Hotline: 888-469-5800 Email: [email protected] Lesbian and gay friendly insemination services. ● Positive Images 707.568.5830; www.posimages.org Provides advocacy, support and information to gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgendered and questioning youth and young adults age 12 to 25. Its mission is to nurture a positive self image and foster clear understanding of diversity in sexual and gender identity. ● The San Francisco Lesbian/Gay/Bisexual/Transgender Community Center 415.865.5555; www.sfcenter.org Home to a dynamic range of organizations and activities that support the needs of LGBT individuals of every race, gender, age, sexuality and socioeconomic status. ● Spectrum Center for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Concerns 415.457.1115; www.spectrumlgbtcenter.org Strengthens, mobilizes and serves LGBT and questioning people in Marin and Sonoma counties; promotes acceptance, understanding and full inclusion. ● TransGender San Francisco 415.839.9448; www.tgsf.org Provides a safe setting and support services for transgender people and educational materials for the transgender community and the general public.

NATIONAL RESOURCES FOR PARENTS & FAMILY MEMBERS

● COLAGE (Children of Lesbians & Gays Everywhere) Phone: 415/861-5437 Website: www.colage.org Email: [email protected] The only national and international organization in the world specifically supporting young people with LGBTQ parents. ● Dottie's Magic Pockets www.dottiesmagicpockets.com Dottie's Magic Pockets is the first kids' show that features gay and lesbian families - and it is Super-riffic Fun for everyone! Each zany episode is filled with catchy songs, cute cartoons - like purplish-pink Princess and her two dads - and Dottie's fabulous puppet friends. ● Family Equality Council PO Box 206, Boston, MA 02133Phone: 617/502-8700 Website: www.familyequalitycouncil.org Email: [email protected] The Family Equality Council works to ensure equality for LGBT families by building community, changing hearts and minds, and advancing social justice for all families. Website includes downloadable publications and support resources. ● Family Pride Coalition PO Box 65327 Washington, DC 20035-5327 202-331-5015 www.familypride.org National organization to provide advocacy and support for LGBT parents and their families. ● Gender Spectrum Family Phone: 1-877-809-4159 (toll free) Website: http://www.genderspectrumfamily.org/ Email: [email protected] Gender Spectrum Family is an organization dedicated to the education and support of families raising gender variant, gender non-conforming, gender-fluid, cross gender, and transgender children and adolescents. ● HRC FamilyNet Human Rights Campaign 1640 Rhode Island Avenue Washington, DC 20036 202-628-4160 www.hrc.org A resource and online information base for LGBT families sponsored by the Human Rights Campaign. ● QueerAmerica Database http://www.queeramerica.com The largest collection of queer resources in the nation, including information about community centers, support organizations, PFLAG chapters and more. A project of the National Coalition for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender Youth. ● TransYouth Family Advocates http://imatyfa.org/ A coalition of parents, friends and caring adults dedicated to educating and raising public awareness about the medical and cultural challenges faced by children with gender variant and gender questioning identities and the families who love them.

CONTACT Contra Costa County Mental Health -- A Reducing Health Disparities Project US Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Questioning, Intersex & 2-Spirit Senior's Resources for the East Bay (Contra Costa & Alameda Counties) and the San Francisco Bay Area.

EAST BAY RESOURCES FOR SENIORS

● Rainbow Community Center 3024 Willow Pass Rd., Ste. 200, Concord, CA 94519 Phone: 925/692-0090 Website: www.rainbowcc.org Email: [email protected] Senior Luncheon and Senior Outreach Program. ● Fellows Of The East Bay 3731 Ramsey Court El Sobrante, CA 94803- Ph: 510-222-2640 Email: [email protected] Social group for mature gay/bi men. Meets every Second Sunday of the month: 5:30pm-8pm Provides mature gay and bisexual men with opportunities to come together in a supportive atmosphere to enjoy social, educational, and recreational activities. ● Lavender Seniors of the East Bay 1395 Bancroft Avenue San Leandro, CA 94577 Phone: 510-667-9655 website: www.lavenderseniors.org Email: [email protected] Provides social activities, support, and networking for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender seniors in the East Bay. The Mission of Lavender Seniors of the East Bay is to improve the quality of life of older Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender residents of Alameda and Contra Costa Counties through outreach, advocacy, and education. ● Pacific Center for Human Growth 2712 Telegraph Ave., Berkeley, CA 94705 Phone: 510/548-8283 Website: www.pacificcenter.org Email: [email protected] Senior Men’s Afternoon Social & Discussion Group; Senior Women’s Afternoon Social & Discussion Group.

SF BAY AREA INFORMATION RESOURCES FOR SENIORS

● 360: Positive Care Center at UCSF Medical Center 400 Parnassus Avenue, 4th Floor, Room A-429, Box 0378 San Francisco, CA 94143-0378 415- 353-2119 www. positivehealth.ucsf.edu/ 360 is committed to meet the growing needs of patients at all socioeconomic levels, including addressing issues related to HIV and Aging. Services range from expert adult HIV/AIDS primary care and support groups to specialty care at 360's Men of Color Program and our General Practice. 360 provides referrals to UCSF medical specialists and access to new and ongoing research studies and medications not yet widely available. ● Bay Area Bisexual Network GLBT Community Center 1800 Market Street San Francisco, CA 94102 415-865-5627 [email protected] www.babn.org Mission is to develop a healthy, vibrant, multicultural bisexual community in the San Francisco Bay Area and to promote better understanding of bisexual lives and issues within the larger lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (LGBTQ) community and the public. Information and referral; cultural & social events; monthly peer-support group. ● Billy DeFrank Lesbian and Gay Community Center 408.293.2429 www.defrank.org Provides community, leadership, advocacy, support and services to the Silicon Valley LGBT community and their allies. Programs include social activities, youth leadership development, nutritious lunches for seniors, support groups, individual counseling and HIV testing. ● Castro Senior Center 110 Diamond Street San Francisco, CA 94114 415-863-3507 Part of Golden Gate Senior Services, the Castro Senior Center provides a daily lunch program, activities for seniors. This mainstream senior center has also made it a priority to create community for LGBT seniors through LGBT specific outreach and discussion groups. ● Community United Against Violence (CUAV) 160 14th Street San Francisco CA 94103 415-777-5500 www.cuav.org Founded in 1979, CUAV is the nation’s first LGBTQQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning) anti-violence organization. Mission is to prevent and respond to violence against and within our diverse LGBTQQ communities. They offer peer-based counseling, direct assistance, education and outreach, grassroots organizing, and policy advocacy. ● The Diversity Center Santa Cruz 831.425.5422 www.diversitycenter.org Offers a drop-in safe space, peer groups, potlucks, job and housing referrals, business and resource information, a lending library and more. ● Family Caregiver Alliance (FCA) 180 Montgomery St, Ste 1100 SF, CA 94104 415-434-3388, 800-445-8106 www.caregiver.org, [email protected] FCA defines family broadly and inclusively and supports those caring for adults with chronic conditions, like Alzheimer's, MS and Stroke. Along with family consultation, education and respite, FCA's website provides two LGBT Caregiver Fact Sheets on Legal Issues and LGBT Caregiver Concerns. They also have a national Online LGBT Caregiver Support Group. ● Gay Asian Pacific Alliance (GAPA) www.gapa.org [email protected]. GAPA 35 plus: Social and conversational group for gay/bi API men 35 and over. Meets for dinner and discussion once a month in participants’ homes. Facilitated discussion includes topics such as health, retirement, coming out later in life, family, being gay/Asian/older, etc. Informal, safe environment and we encourage people to participate at their own pace and comfort level. Membership is not required to participate. ● Gay Care 415/239-8110 The first residential care facility for 60-plus gay males. Payment depends upon insurance. ● Lesbian and Gay Aging Issues Network (LGAIN) 833 Market Street, Suite 511 SF, CA 415/974-9600 www.asaging.org/lgain · Newsletter, information and more for those working with gay and lesbian aging issues. ● National Center for Lesbian Rights (NCLR) Elder Law Project 870 Market St., Suite 370 SF, CA 94102 Joyce Pierson, Elder Law Coordinator, 415-392-6257 ext 312, [email protected] Free legal forums for LGBT elders to discuss their most urgent legal needs by sharing their stories of isolation and discrimination and to provide free legal advice and guidance that can help individuals achieve available legal remedies through documentation, estate planning, Domestic Partnership agreements, wills/trusts, health care directives and end-of-life decision-making; Individual and group counseling/guidance through legal education presentations and printed materials; non-discrimination training addressing cross-cultural/diversity awareness and sensitivity in understanding the needs of LGBT elders, existing barriers in aging services, and methods of improving services to this aging population. ● New Leaf Outreach to Elders 415.626.7000 www.newleafservices.org Provides social support services to elderly LGBT communities. ● Openhouse 415/296-8995 www.openhouse-sf.org Delivers a range of housing, services and community programs for LGBT seniors. ● Planning for Elders / Senior Survival School for LGBT Seniors 1370 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA 94103 415-703-0188; www.seniorsurvivalschool.org; www.planningforelders.org. Senior Survival School uses popular education to bring useful information to seniors and people with disabilities throughout San Francisco. Participants learn about effectively accessing healthcare, housing, and transportation services and benefits, and about exercising their rights when they do. Periodically schedule an LGBT Senior Survival School for LGBT seniors. ● San Francisco Human Rights Commission 25 Van Ness, Suite 800, San Francisco, CA 94102 415-252-2510, www.sfgov.org/sfhumanrights. Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender & HIV Division: Mediates and investigates complaints of discrimination in employment and public accommodations based on sexual orientation, gender identity, HIV status, or domestic partner status; provides training on these topics, enforces the Equal Benefits/Domestic Partners Ordinance; Maintains a list of other agencies that may be able to provide additional assistance. ● San Francisco Lesbian/Gay/Bisexual/Transgender Community Center 415.865.5555 www.sfcenter.org Home to a dynamic range of organizations and activities that support the needs of LGBT individuals of every race, gender, age, sexuality and socioeconomic status. ● SF Prime Timers POB 426741 San Francisco, CA 94142 415/648-8678 Social organization for mature men and their friends and admirer’s. Regular monthly meetings 1st and 3rd Sundays. ● Spectrum LGBT Center 1000 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, San Anselmo, CA 94960 415-457-1115, www.spectrumlgbtcenter.org Serving all ages of LGBT people in Marin and Sonoma Counties. Outreach, activities, and support services for LGBT seniors. Cultural competency trainings for health, social service, and housing providers. Education and advocacy. ● Transgender Law Center 870 Market Street, Suite 823, San Francisco, CA 94102 415-865-0176, [email protected]. The Transgender Law Center (TLC) is a civil rights organization advocating for transgender communities. Every day they connect transgender people and their families to technically sound and culturally competent legal services, increase acceptance and enforcement of laws and policies that support California's transgender communities, and work to change laws and systems that fail to incorporate the needs and experiences of transgender people. ● TransGender San Francisco 415.839.9448 www.tgsf.org Provides a safe setting and support services for transgender people and educational materials for the transgender community and the general public.

NATIONAL INFORMATION RESOURCES FOR LGBTQ SENIORS

● AgeLine http://research.aarp.org/ageline Produced by AARP, AgeLine is an extensive database of citations for books, articles and videos related to aging -- including the concerns and issues of LGBT elders. Searches using keywords such as "gay aging" provide citations for a considerable number of publications. (Note, however, that searches using "transgender" produce records containing unrelated words starting with the prefix trans.) ● Classic Dykes www.classicdykes.com Classic Dykes is one of the most popular websites targeting lesbian and bisexual women ages 50-plus. The site offers chat, advice columns and original articles ● Gayhealth.com www.gayhealth.com This LGBT health and wellness site features a searchable database of gay-friendly healthcare providers across the United States. Click on "Today's Provider" on the home page, then search by state and by specialty; geriatric medicine, geriatrics and gerontology are among the choices. The site also lists ● LAIN Web Guide www.asaging.org/networks/lain/online_resources.cfm The LAIN Web Guide includes annotated listings for over 450 websites providing information on LGBT aging issues. The links are divided into handy categories, such as "Articles," "Bibliographies," "Film & Video," "Housing," "Transgender," "Women" and "Men." The LAIN Web Guide is the most comprehensive Web directory on LGBT aging available anywhere. ● Lambda Legal Defense and Education Fund National Headquarters: 120 Wall Street, Ste. 1500, NY, NY 10005 (212) 809-8585; Fax (212) 809-8005 www.lambdalegal.org When You’re Gay and Gray: Planning Ahead and Fighting Discrimination LGBT Aging Issues Network (LAIN) (Part of the American Society on Aging) ● American Society on Aging 833 Market St., Ste. 511, SF, CA 94103 (415) 974-9600 www.asaging.org LAIN brings together professionals from all disciplines in the field of aging to address the unique concerns of LGBT elders; publishes quarterly. ● OutWord Staff editor Gerard Koskovich (415) 974-9641 [email protected]. ● LGBT Aging Issues Network http://www.asaging.org/networks/index.cfm?cg=LAIN at the American Society on Aging Website: http://www.asaging.org/index.cfm LGBT health clinics Some provide targeted services for elders; adding a listing is free of charge. ● MEDLINEplus www.medlineplus.org MEDLINEplus, developed by the National Library of Medicine, is a free source for good health information, including materials addressing health issues for LGBT elders. The site also posts directories from the Association of Gay and Lesbian Psychiatrists and the Gay and Lesbian Medical Association. ● National Gay and Lesbian Task Force (The Task Force) 1325 Massachusetts Ave. NW, Suite 600, Washington, DC 20005 202-393-5177; www.thetaskforce.org The Task Force LGBT Aging Initiative partners with state and local LGBT groups to advocate and develop policies specifically focused on LGBT aging issues. The Task Force’s Policy Institute conducts groundbreaking research and policy analysis on hot-button issues affecting the LGBT community. ● Policy Institute of the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force National Headquarters: 1325 Massachusetts Ave. NW, Ste. 600, Washington, DC 20005 (202) 393-5177; Fax (202) 393-2241 Outing Age: Public Policy Issues Affecting Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender Elders by Sean Cahill, Ken South, and Jane Spade To order: (202) 332-6483 ext. 3327; www.thetaskforce.org ● Services and Advocacy for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Seniors (SAGE) 305 7th Avenue, 6th Floor, New York, NY 10001, 212-741-2247, www.sageusa.org.; http://sageusa.org/index.cfm SAGE is the world’s oldest and largest non-profit agency addressing the needs of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender elders. SAGE works with LGBT elders to address and overcome the challenges of discrimination in senior service settings, while also being an essential component in the creation of informal care giving support, and development of new family networks. ● Transgender Aging Network (TAN) www.forge-forward.org/TAN The Transgender Aging Network (TAN) brings together professionals worldwide who have expertise in transgender aging issues. The group's website features a number of original articles on aspects of transgender aging -- including healthcare, marriage, family relationships and social needs. TAN also provides training and consultation on aging issues specific to transgender elders; for more information, contact Loree Cook-Daniels at [email protected] (414) 540-6456.

CONTACT Contra Costa County Mental Health -- A Reducing Health Disparities Project US Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Questioning, Intersex & 2-Spirit Women's Resources for the East Bay (Contra Costa & Alameda Counties) and the San Francisco Bay Area.

EAST BAY WOMENS RESOURCES

● Rainbow Community Center 3024 Willow Pass Rd., Ste. 200, Concord, CA 94519 Phone: 925/692-0090 Website: www.rainbowcc.org Email: [email protected] Women’s Group (with outings). ● Cancer Support Group for Asian Lesbians in the East Bay Phone: 510/213-1376. ● Pacific Center for Human Growth 2712 Telegraph Ave., Berkeley, CA 94705 Phone: 510/548-8283 Website: www.pacificcenter.org Email: [email protected] ● Bisexual Women’s Support Group [email protected] ● Lesbians of Color Peer Group [email protected] ● Senior Women’s Afternoon Social & Discussion Group [email protected] ● Lesbian's Group United Christian Church of Livermore, 1886 College Ave, Livermore, CA 94550 Phone: 925/449-6820 Website: http://www.uccliv.org/ Email: [email protected] ● Women’s Cancer Resource Center of Oakland Oakland, CA (Serves CCC & Alameda Residents) Toll Free Help Line: 1-888-421-7900 (English & Spanish) Website: www.wcrc.org Email: [email protected] Information & Referral Helpline; Resource Library; Multicultural Outreach Program (African Americans, Latinas and other women of color); in-home supportive services; Cultural & Healing Arts Programs, workshops & classes; peer support and referral; and financial assistance to low income women with breast cancer living in Alameda & Contra Costa Counties who are currently in treatment (up to $500.00/year). ● Pacific Reproductive Services 44 DeHaro Street, #222, San Francisco, CA 94107 Ph: 415-487-2288 Hotline: 888-469-5800 Email: [email protected] Lesbian and gay friendly insemination services. ● Sperm Bank Of California 2115 Milvia, #201 Berkeley, CA 94704-1157 Ph: 510-841-1858 Fax: 510-841-0332 Email: [email protected] Full-service sperm bank serving mostly lesbians. The first and only sperm bank in the United States to operate as a non-profit organization. The mission is to provide services, information and resources to all women and men who choose to create or expand their families through donor insemination and sperm storage. Serving lesbians and single women since 1982. Approximately 75% of clients are single or coupled lesbians. Hours: Mon. thru Friday from 9am to 5pm.

SF BAY AREA WOMENS RESOURCES

● Billy DeFrank Lesbian and Gay Community Center 408.293.2429 www.defrank.org Provides community, leadership, advocacy, support and services to the Silicon Valley LGBT community and their allies. Programs include social activities, youth leadership development, nutritious lunches for seniors, support groups, individual counseling, and HIV testing. ● The Diversity Center Santa Cruz 831.425.5422 www.diversitycenter.org Offers a drop-in safe space, peer groups, potlucks, job and housing referrals, business and resource information, a lending library and more. ● KidSpace at the Center 415.865.5555 www.sfcenter.org/kidspace.php KidSpace is the San Francisco Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Community Center’s free, high-qualitydrop-in childcare service. In addition to childcare on evenings and weekends, KidSpace brings fun and educational programming to the bay area’s LGBT families. ● National Center for Lesbian Rights (NCLR) Youth Project Phone: 415/392-6257 www.nclrights.org Provides direct, free legal information to youth, legal advocates, and activists through a toll-free line; advocates for policies that protect and support LGBTQ youth; and litigates cases that establish legal protections for LGBTQ youth in schools, foster care, juvenile justice and other settings. ● National Center for Lesbian Rights 415.392.6257 www.nclrights.org A progressive, feminist, multicultural legal center devoted to advancing the rights and safety of lesbians and their families. Committed to creating a world in which all lesbians live freely, without fear of discrimination. ● Open Enterprises/Good Vibrations 415.974.8990 800.289.8423 www.goodvibes.com A cooperative providing access to accurate sex information and to sex toys, books and videos to promote healthy attitudes about sex. ● Positive Images 707.568.5830 www.posimages.org Provides advocacy, support and information to gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgendered and questioning youth and young adults age 12 to 25. Its mission is to nurture a positive self image and foster clear understanding of diversity in sexual and gender identity. ● The San Francisco Lesbian/Gay/Bisexual/Transgender Community Center 415.865.5555 www.sfcenter.org Home to a dynamic range of organizations and activities that support the needs of LGBT individuals of every race, gender, age, sexuality and socioeconomic status. ● Spectrum Center for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Concerns 415.457.1115 www.spectrumlgbtcenter.org Strengthens, mobilizes and serves LGBT and questioning people in Marin and Sonoma counties; promotes acceptance, understanding and full inclusion. ● TransGender San Francisco 415.839.9448 www.tgsf.org Provides a safe setting and support services for transgender people and educational materials for the transgender community and the general public. ● WOMAN Inc. (Women Organized to Make Abuse Nonexistent Inc.) 415.864.4777 (office) 415.864.4722 (24-hour crisis line) 877.384.3578 (toll free) www.womaninc.org Confronts violence against women and assists battered women. Provides a 24-hour crisis line, legal assistance, individual and group counseling, community education and outreach, Latina-bicultural services, and a lesbian domestic violence program ● The Women’s Building 415.431.1180 www.womensbuilding.org A vibrant multiservice community center dedicated to providing women and girls with the tools and resources they need to achieve full and equal participation in society. Houses many organizations that support LGBT women and communities of color. ● Women’s Initiative for Self-Employment 415.641.3460 www.womensinitiative.org Provides low-income women with comprehensive business training, ongoing technical assistance and financing.

NATIONAL WOMENS RESOURCES

● Lesbian Herstory Archives www.lesbianherstoryarchives.org/ ● Women AliveWomen Alive is a treatment focused, non-profit organization by and for women living with HIV/AIDS.www.women-alive.org ● WORLD (Women Organized to Respond to LifeThreatening Diseases) An information and support network by, for and about women with HIV/AIDS. www.womenhiv.org

CONTACT Contra Costa County Mental Health -- A Reducing Health Disparities Project US Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Questioning, Intersex & 2-Spirit

Men's Resources for the East Bay (Contra Costa & Alameda Counties) and the San Francisco Bay Area.

EAST BAY MENS RESOURCES

● Rainbow Community Center 3024 Willow Pass Rd., Ste. 200, Concord, CA 9451 Phone: 925/692-0090 Website: www.rainbowcc.org Email: [email protected] MANtalk (discussion group & potluck); Men’s Multicultural Group (discussion group & potluck); Men’s Social Group (plans outings & dinner after); Married/Once Married/Gay/Bisexual Men’s Support Group. ● DISCOVERY Community, Inc. 2215R Market St, PMB 282 SF, CA 94114 415/419-3559 www.discover-community.org An all volunteer organization whose mission is to provide gay and bisexual men ongoing opportunities for social connection, personal growth, and community development. The organization is committed to being inclusive, and thus strives to keep events affordable to men from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds. ● HUSBANDS OUT TO THEIR WIVES Contact Ken at [email protected] for more info. Husbands Out to their Wives (HOW) Is a support group for married Gay or Bisexual men who either have or intend to come out to their wives. The only requirement is that a husband has made a commitment to themselves that it is necessary both for their personal well-being and absolute honesty with their wives to come out as a Gay or Bisexual man. ● GAY FUTURE DADS Call Lee Tierney at 510-337-1533 for info. Gay Future Dads (GFD) is a social group for gay men interested in parenting. GFD consists primarily of single men, as well as couples, considering having children or who already have children. GFD meets every other month at members’ homes in a casual atmosphere to share information and socialize. ● THE BILLYS 707-462-0766 http://www.billyclub.org The mission of the The Billys is to foster community, intimacy and personal exploration among gay, bi and queer men through shared values and heart-centered brotherhood. The Billys have many events during the year including a number of gatherings in rural settings in Northern California as well as pot lucks and heart circles in San Francisco, Sonoma County and the East Bay. ● EAST BAY FRONT RUNNERS AND WALKERS www.eastbayfrontrunners.org THE EAST BAY FRONT RUNNERS AND WALKERS is a group of lesbians, gay men (LGBTIQ) and friends who run in thrillingly scenic locations on the East Bay side of the San Francisco Bay every Saturday morning @ 9 am followed by brunch. ● FIRST FRIDAYS http://groups.yahoo.com/group/eastbayguys If you would like to receive a reminder of the “First Friday” social gatherings for gay men in the East Bay, plus an occasional reminder of other events in the East Bay that build community among gay men here, go to the following Yahoo group site and join up (this is a moderated group-your email address is hidden and the list is used for no other purpose) FYI, this is a separate group from East Bay Gay Guys Parties and they have completely separate email lists. ● EAST BAY NETWORK http://www.eastbaynetwork.org East Bay Network (EBN) is an active organization dedicated to providing a social environment, activities and information for the adult gay, lesbian, bisexual community of the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond. EBN has over 160 members which includes singles and couples of all ages and ethnicities. With over 100 scheduled events each year, we provide many opportunities for members to interact socially with one another. We also co-sponsor and participate in events with other social groups throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. Some of our annual social events include: Summer pool parties, Year-round potlucks and picnics,Game nights, Weekend camping trips, House boating, White-water rafting, Local theater, arts and museums, and International travel adventures. EBN events are open to members and non-members. ● The Lighthouse Community Center 1217 A Street, Hayward, CA 94541 Phone: 510/881-8167 Website: http://www.lcchayward.org/ Email: [email protected] Men’s Support Group. ● Pacific Center for Human Growth 2712 Telegraph Ave., Berkeley, CA 94705 Phone: 510/548-8283 Website: www.pacificcenter.org Email: [email protected] ❍ Married/Once Married/Gay/Bisexual Men’s Support Group: [email protected] ❍ Express 20’s Discussion Group for Gay: [email protected] ❍ Senior Men’s Afternoon Social & Discussion Group: [email protected]

SF BAY AREA MENS RESOURCES

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EAST BAY BISEXUAL RESOURCES

● Rainbow Community Center 3024 Willow Pass Rd., Ste. 200, Concord, CA 94519 Phone: 925/692-0090 Website: www.rainbowcc.org Email: [email protected] Young, gay & bisexual men’s groups - ages 21 -35 years: skills development, social and peer support groups. Social and Support Groups for LGBTIQ Youth (activities & outings). ● Bay Area Bisexual Network 1800 Market St., Rm. 405, San Francisco, CA 94102 Phone: 415/865-5627 Website: www.babn.org Email: [email protected] Umbrella organization for bisexual groups, resources, and people. ● Bi Friendly East Bay Au Coquelet Cafe, 2000 University Ave., Berkeley, CA 94701 Email: [email protected] Social support group for bisexual people. BiFriendly meetings are unstructured social gatherings (with no set agenda or topics) that focus on fun, good People, conversation, food and drink, and general silliness. Please note that BiFriendly is a free form social group and not intended for those just looking for sexual partners. Meets 3rd Tuesday each month: 7:30 PM Meets 2nd Monday, Church Street Cafe, 262 Church Street, San Francisco ● Pacific Center for Human Growth 2712 Telegraph Ave., Berkeley, CA 94705 Phone: 510/548-8283 Website: www.pacificcenter.org Email: [email protected] Express 20’s Discussion Group for Gay, Bisexual or Questioning Men in their 20’s: [email protected] ● Bisexual Women’s Support Group: [email protected]

SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA BISEXUAL RESOURCES

NATIONAL BISEXUAL RESOURCES

● American Institute of Bisexuality See Resources, News, Projects, BiMagazine, etc. http://www.bisexual.org/home.html

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EAST BAY TRANSGENDER RESOURCES

● Diablo Valley Girls Concord, CA Website: http://www.transgender.org/dvg/ ● Rainbow Community Center 3024 Willow Pass Rd., Ste. 200, Concord, CA 94519 Phone: 925/692-0090 Website: www.rainbowcc.org Email: [email protected] Transgender Support Group; Social and Support Groups for LGBTIQ Youth (activities & outings). ● Parent Group for Gender Variant and Transgender Children Children's Hospital, Oakland, CA Stephanie Brill, facilitator [email protected] ● Gender Spectrum Family Phone: 1-877-809-4159 toll free Website: http://www.genderspectrumfamily.org/ Email: [email protected] Gender Spectrum Family is an organization dedicated to the education and support of families raising gender variant, gender non-conforming, gender-fluid, cross gender, and transgender children and adolescents. ● Kaplan, Eugene, M.D. Center for Advanced Gynecologic Surgery 120 La Casa Via, #209, Walnut Creek, CA 94598 Ph: 925-979-9969 Physician who performs sex reassignment surgery. ● Pacific Center for Human Growth 2712 Telegraph Ave., Berkeley, CA 94705 Phone: 510/548-8283 Website: www.pacificcenter.org Email: [email protected] Transgender Support Group. ● Pronoun Schmonoun P.O. Box 8038 Emeryville Station, Emeryville, CA 94608 Phone: 510/594-1960 Email: [email protected] Pronoun Schmonoun is an anti-oppression grassroots organization working to raise funds and awareness around gender variant healthcare issues. Provides resources and support.

SF BAY AREA TRANSGENDER RESOURCES

● Billy DeFrank Lesbian and Gay Community Center 408.293.2429; www.defrank.org Provides community, leadership, advocacy, support and services to the Silicon Valley LGBT community and their allies. Programs include social activities, youth leadership development, nutritious lunches for seniors, support groups, individual counseling, and HIV testing. ● The Diversity Center Santa Cruz 831.425.5422; www.diversitycenter.org Offers a drop-in safe space, peer groups, potlucks, job and housing referrals, business and resource information, a lending library and more. ● The Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender Historical Society of Northern California 415.777.5455; www.glbthistory.org Collects, preserves, exhibits and otherwise makes available to the public historical, cultural and artistic materials related to the identities and practices of the LGBT community and other sexual minorities. ● KidSpace at the Center 415.865.5555; www.sfcenter.org/kidspace.php KidSpace is the San Francisco Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Community Center’s free, high-quality drop-in childcare service. In addition to childcare on evenings and weekends, KidSpace brings fun and educational programming to the bay area’s LGBT families. ● People in Search of Safe Restrooms (PISSR) Website: http://web.archive.org/web/20051017054421/http://www.pissr.org/ Dedicated to creating new gender neutral bathrooms in SF. Provides a growing list of stores in SF with gender neutral bathrooms. Growing campaign of support and education. ● Positive Images 707.568.5830; www.posimages.org Provides advocacy, support and information to gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgendered and questioning youth and young adults age 12 to 25. Its mission is to nurture a positive self image and foster clear understanding of diversity in sexual and gender identity. ● The San Francisco Lesbian/Gay/Bisexual/Transgender Community Center 415.865.5555; www.sfcenter.org Home to a dynamic range of organizations and activities that support the needs of LGBT individuals of every race, gender, age, sexuality and socioeconomic status. ● Spectrum Center for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Concerns 415.457.1115; www.spectrumlgbtcenter.org Strengthens, mobilizes and serves LGBT and questioning people in Marin and Sonoma counties; promotes acceptance, understanding and full inclusion. ● Transgender Law Center 870 Market Street, Room 823, San Francisco, CA 94102 Phone: 415/865-0176 Website: www.transgenderlawcenter.org Email: [email protected] TLC offers free workshops with basic information about laws and regulations which affect a person's ability to express their gender. TLC also provides, clinics, pamphlets and limited legal support. ● Transgender San Francisco Website: www.tgsf.org Provides a safe setting and support services for transgender people and educational materials for the transgender community and the general public. ● Youth Gender Project 1800 Market Street, Suite 307, San Francisco, CA, 94114 Phone: 415/865-5625 Website: www.youthgenderproject.org Email: [email protected] Youth-led organization working to empower and advocate for trans, gender-variant and questioning (TGQ) youth. We address the challenges facing TGQ youth in San Francisco ● Youth Trans & Intersex Education Services (Youth TIES) http://www.youthgenderproject.org/ Youth Trans & Intersex Education Services (Youth TIES) is a youth-led organization advocating for, addressing the challenges of, and educating the trans, gender-variant, intersex and questioning (TGIQ) youth in the San Francisco Bay Area. (San Francisco, CA)

NATIONAL TRANSEXUAL RESOURCES

● Diagnosing Difference by Annalise Ophellian, PhD Webiste: http://www.gidthemovie.com/index.html “Diagnosing Difference should be mandatory viewing for all medical and mental health providers, including those currently in training and those who have practiced for many years ... This film provides not only a real portrayal of the diversity of gender identities within transgender communities, it also takes the medical and mental health professions head on with compelling historical facts, contemporary debates and personal narratives. This film is a call to all mental health providers to not only educate themselves but to become activists for transgender patient rights within their professional communities.” -- Dr. Sara Kimmel, Staff Psychologist, Harvard University Mental Health Services ● FTM International www.ftmi.org This site is the internet contact point for the largest, longest-running educational organization serving FTM transgendered people and transsexual men. Provides information, newsletters and other publications, and support from volunteers who are willing to help if you need someone to talk to. ● Gay & Lesbian Advocates & Defenders (GLAD) http://www.glad.org/ Gay & Lesbian Advocates & Defenders (GLAD) is New England’s leading legal rights organization dedicated to ending discrimination based on sexual orientation, HIV status and gender identity and expression. Be sure to check out GLAD's Guide to Transgender Legal Issues in New England, a comprehensive outline of the legal protections of transgender people. ● Gay and Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation(GLAAD): TG & Intersex Visibility Initiative http://www.glaad.org/programs/cim/trans.php? Focuses on and advocates for fair, accurate, and inclusive representation s of transgender and intersex people in the media. ● Gender Education and Advocacy www.gender.org The web site of Gender Education and Advocacy, providing resources and activism for the transgender community. "The organization for gender variant people for the new millennium." Divisions include "It's Time, America," AEGIS, and the Remembering Our Dead project. ● Gender Law and Policy http://www.transgenderlaw.org The Gender Law and Policy Pages contain an up-to-date listing of all laws in the US that are transgender-inclusive. It has quality resources and information on legal issues affecting transgendered and gender variant people in the US. ● GenderTalk http://www.gendertalk.com Activist radio! The latest ideas on philosophy, strategy, and results in the ongoing effort to redefine cultural gender boundaries. Boston's worldwide radio program that talks about transgenderism in the first person. ● International Foundation for Gender Education http://www.ifge.org/ IFGE is a leading advocate and educational organization for promoting the self-definition and free expression of individual gender identity, and an excellent source of transgender news and information. ● National Transgender Advocacy Coalition www.genderadvocates.org/links/national.html ● Safe2Pee.org Web site: http://safe2pee.org Working to create a nation-wide gender-neutral bathroom directory. ● Transgender Law and Policy Institute http://www.transgenderlaw.org/ Founded by Paisley Currah, Assoc. Prof. of Political Science at Brooklyn College, The Transgender Law and Policy Institute is dedicated to engaging in effective advocacy for transgender people in our society. The TLPI brings experts together to work on law and policy initiatives designed to advance transgender equality. Their website provides an amazing wealth of information and resources on legislation, case law, employer and college policies and other resources. ● Transproud Website: www.transproud.com Transproud is a World Wide Web site for transgender youth with a wide range of resources available for youth and educators by clicking on any icon to get to the related subject area. ● Trans*topia http://youthresource.com/living/trans.htm A section of Youth Resource (a project of Advocates for Youth) designed for the needs of trans youth. Includes great articles about being transgender and young... both personal accounts and in depth articles. ● TransYouth Family Advocates Web site: http://imatyfa.org/ A coalition of parents, friends and caring adults dedicated to educating and raising public awareness about the medical and cultural challenges faced by children with gender variant and gender questioning identities and the families who love them. ● United Genders of the Universe 2712 Telegraph Ave. Berkeley, CA 94705 Web site: http://unitedgenders.org/ Email: [email protected] Support group on Sunday at 7:00pm. UGU also provides educational workshops and presentations to groups seeking information on genderqueers, transgender people, gender identity and much more. Email for services.

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EAST BAY DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING RESOURCES

● The Deaf Gay and Lesbian Center Email: www.dcara.org The Deaf Gay and Lesbian Center non-profit, community-based social service agency serving the Deaf community in the San Francisco Bay Area. (San Leandro, CA)

SF BAY AREA DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING RESOURCES

● Deaf Queer Resource Center PO Box 14431, San Francisco, CA 94114 Email: [email protected] Resources for the deaf GLBT community. The Deaf Queer Resource Center (DQRC) is a national nonprofit resource and information center for, by and about the Deaf Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Transsexual, Intersex and Questioning communities.

NATIONAL DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING RESOURCES

Rainbow Alliance of the Deaf: Website: www.rad.org The Rainbow Alliance of the Deaf (RAD) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization established in 1977. The purpose of this Alliance is to establish and maintain a society of Deaf GLBT to encourage and promote the educational, economical, and social welfare; to foster fellowship; to defend our rights; and advance our interests as Deaf GLBT citizens concerning social justice; to build up an organization in which all worthy members may participate in the discussion of practical problems and solutions related to their social welfare. RAD has over fifteen chapters in the United States and Canada.

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Ethnic and Cultural Resources for the East Bay (Contra Costa & Alameda Counties) and the San Francisco Bay Area.

EAST BAY ETHNIC & CULTURAL RESOURCES

● Rainbow Community Center 3024 Willow Pass Rd., Ste. 200, Concord, CA 94519 Phone: 925/692-0090 Web site: www.rainbowcc.org Email: [email protected] Men’s Multicultural Group (discussion group & potluck) ● Asian Health Services 818 Webster St. Oakland, CA 94607 Phone: 510/986-6310 Web site: www.ahschc.org Providing quality services to the at-risk youth community through prevention programs for HIV and AIDS. ● Cancer Support Group for Asian Lesbians in the East Bay Phone: 510/213-1376 ● Chiacchieroni: Club di lingua italiana [email protected] An Italian language speaking social group with monthly meetings where people come to socialize and practice their Italian. Meets monthly (usually last Friday) at members' homes to practice speaking Italian and share pot luck refreshments. All ability levels welcome. Email for dates and locations and/or to join. ● Gay Asian Pacific Alliance www.gapa.org Dedicated to furthering the interests of gay and bisexual Asians and Pacific Islanders by creating awareness, developing a positive collective identity and establishing a supportive community. ● Pacific Center for Human Growth 2712 Telegraph Ave., Berkeley, CA 94705 Phone: 510/548-8283 Web site: www.pacificcenter.org Email: [email protected] Lesbians of Color Peer Group: [email protected] ● SMAAC (Sexual Minority Alliance of Alameda County) 1608 Webster St., Oakland, CA 94612 Phone: 510/834-9578 Web site: www.members.aol.com/smaacyouth Provides support groups, Early Intervention Café, case management, weekly Life Skills Training, Peer Counseling training, and other resources for LGBTQ youth of color. ● Somos Familia Phone: 510/685-2260 (Mirna) or 510/872-3683 (Laurin) Email: [email protected] Somos Familia is the only organization oriented to Latino families seeking support for their children who are LGBTQ. The group was started by two mothers to extend support to other families with similar experiences. ● Trikone www.trikone.org Supportive empowering and non-judgmental environment where LGBT South Asians can meet, make connections, and proudly promote awareness and acceptance.

SF BAY ETHNIC & CULTURAL RESOURCES

● AGUILAS Mailing: 2261 Market St. Box 496, San Francisco, Ca 94103 Office: 2095 Harrison St., San Francisco, Ca 94110 Tel: 415-558-8403 Fax: 415-558-9709 TTY: 415-558-0502 Twitter: http://twitter.com/sfaguilas Blog: http://sfaguilas.wordpress.com AGUILAS is dedicated to creating a supportive, culturally sensitive environment for gay/bisexual Latinos. We strive to foster knowledge and pride of the diversity of our language, culture, history and spirituality. AGUILAS is committed to developing programs that promote health, well being and community building that foster positive self-identities, healthy relationships and leadership skills. ● Asian and Pacific Islander Wellness Center 730 Polk Street, San Francisco, CA 94109 Phone: 415/292-3400 Web site: www.apiwellness.org Asian & Pacific Islander, Queer & Questioning, 25 & Under: Drop-in support/social group for young queer Asian/Pacific Islanders. Also provides trans resources and groups. ● Bay Area American Indian Two Spirits Phone: 415/865-5616 Web site: www.baaits.org BAAITS is a community-based volunteer organization offering culturally relevant activities for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender and Intersex Native Americans, their families and friends. Two-Spirit refers to the commonly shared notion among many Native American tribes that some individuals naturally possessed and manifested both a masculine and feminine spiritual qualities. American society commonly identifies Two-Spirit People as Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual or Transgender. ● Bay Area Bisexual Network 1800 Market St., Rm. 405, San Francisco, CA 94102 Phone: 415/865-5627 Web site: www.babn.org Email: [email protected] Umbrella organization for bisexual groups, resources, and people. Seeks to develop a healthy, vibrant, multicultural bisexual community in the Bay Area and to promote better understanding of bisexual lives and issues. ● Billy DeFrank Lesbian and Gay Community Center 408.293.2429; www.defrank.org Provides community, leadership, advocacy, support and services to the Silicon Valley LGBT community and their allies. Programs include social activities, youth leadership development, nutritious lunches for seniors, support groups, individual counseling and HIV testing. ● CUAV (Community United Against Violence) 170 A Capp Street, San Francisco, CA 94110 Phone: 415/777-5500 24-hr. Crisis Hotline: 415/333-HELP Web site: www.cuav.org CUAV offers a 24-hour confidential, multilingual support line, free counseling, legal advocacy, and emergency assistance (hotel, food, and transportation vouchers) for LGBTQ survivors of domestic violence, hate violence, and sexual assault. ● The Diversity Center Santa Cruz, CA 831.425.5422; www.diversitycenter.org Offers a drop-in safe space, peer groups, potlucks, job and housing referrals, business and resource information, a lending library and more. ● Gay Asian Pacific Alliance www.gapa.org Dedicated to furthering the interests of gay and bisexual Asians and Pacific Islanders by creating awareness, developing a positive collective identity and establishing a supportive community. ● Love Sees No Borders www.loveseesnoborders.org Seeks to raise awareness of the issue of same-sex immigration. ● Pacific Friends of San Francisco www.pacificfriends.org Social organization advocating friendship and cross-cultural understanding amongst gay Asians/Pacific Islanders ● Positive Images 707.568.5830; www.posimages.org Provides advocacy, support and information to gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgendered and questioning youth and young adults age 12 to 25. Its mission is to nurture a positive self image and foster clear understanding of diversity in sexual and gender identity. ● The San Franciscobian/Gay/Bisexual/Transgender Community Center 415.865.5555; www.sfcenter.org Home to a dynamic range of organizations and activities that support the needs of LGBT individuals of every race, gender, age, sexuality and socioeconomic status. ● Spectrum Center for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Concerns 415.457.1115; www.spectrumlgbtcenter.org Strengthens, mobilizes and serves LGBT and questioning people in Marin and Sonoma counties; promotes acceptance, understanding and full inclusion. ● TransGender San Francisco 415.839.9448; www.tgsf.org Provides a safe setting and support services for transgender people and educational materials for the transgender community and the general public.

NATIONAL ETHNIC & CULTURAL RESOURCES

● NATIONAL HIV/AIDS MULTICULTURAL AWARENESS DAYS th ❍ February 7 National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day is in recognition and response to how deeply the HIV/AIDS epidemic has affected African American communities; HIV/AIDS in the United States has disproportionately affected African Americans. Activities on this day will educate African American communities and to honor African Americans that have been lost due to this disease. http://www.blackaidsday.org/ ❍ March 10th National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day activities will raise awareness of increasing transmission rates of HIV women and girls in the United States. The Office on Women’s Health in the US Department of Health and Human Services sponsors this day. http://www.womenshealth.gov/. http://www.omhrc.gov/hivaidsobservances/women/index.html ❍ March 21st National Native (American Indian, Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian) HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: March 21st was chosen as the day for National Native HIV/AIDS Awareness day because it is the first day of spring and represents new beginnings and change. Native communities continue to be a high-risk population for transmission of HIV; activities on this day will raise awareness and provide education for American Indians, Alaska Natives and Native Hawaiians. http://www.omhrc.gov/hivaidsobservances/nnaad/index.html ❍ May 19th National Asian and Pacific Islander HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: National Asian and Pacific Islander HIV/AIDS Awareness Day is a day to focus on education/raising awareness and commemoration for the Asian and Pacific Islander communities surrounding issues of HIV/AIDS. http://www.omhrc.gov/hivaidsobservances/api/index.html ❍ June 8th National Caribbean HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (NCAHAAD): NCAHAAD is a national mobilization effort designed to encourage Caribbean-American and Caribbean-born individuals, across the United States and its territories, to get educated, get tested, get treated and get involved. It is also a time to reflect, memorialize and show compassion for those infected or affected by HIV/AIDS. http://www.caribbeanhealthaidsday.com/ ❍ October 15th National Latino HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: National Latino HIV/AIDS Awareness Day is a day to continue education and awareness regarding HIV/AIDS and its affects on Latino communities. This day is intended to bring increasing awareness to the fact that Latino’s continue to be affected disproportionately by HIV/AIDS. http://www.nlaad.org/ ❍ December 1st World AIDS Day: Established in 1988, World AIDS Day is an International commemoration of the HIV/AIDS epidemic that affects the entire world. HIV/AIDS is not selective in the communities in which it is the most pervasive; HIV/AIDS is a global issue that requires global action. This day is a day for governments, organizations and communities to come together to recognize the significance of the epidemic.http:// www.worldaidsday.org/http://www.worldaidscampaign.info/

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Religion and Spirituality Resources for the East Bay (Contra Costa & Alameda Counties) and the San Francisco Bay Area.

● LOCAL CHURCHES, SYNAGOGUES, AND CONGREATIONS

Walnut Creek

Mt. Diablo Unitarian Universalist Church 55 Eckley Lane Walnut Creek, CA 94596 925/934-3135 Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.mduuc.org/ Co-Ministers: Rev"s Leslie & David Takahashi Morris.

The Walnut Creek United Methodist Church 1543 Sunnyvale Ave Walnut Creek, CA 94597 925/934-4208 Website: www.walnutcreekumc.org/ Pastor: Rev. Eileen Lindsay

Pleasant Hill

St Mark's Lutheran Church 3051 Putnam Blvd Pleasant Hill, CA 94523 925/934-6114 Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.sm-lc.net/

Kensington

First Unitarian Church of Berkeley 1 Lawson Rd Kensington, CA 94707 510/525-0302 Website: www.uucb.org Ministers: Rev. Barbara Hamilton-Holway & Rev. Bill Hamilton-Holway

Berkeley

MCC--Berkeley: New Spirit Community Church 2401 Le Conte Ave., Suite #3 Berkeley, CA 94709 510-849-8150 Email: [email protected] Website: www.newspiritchurch.org Pastor: Rev. Jim Mitulski Meeting Location: Pacific School of Religion Chapel at 1798 Scenic Ave., Berkeley Worship time: Sundays 11am, Wednesdays 7:30pm 415.863.4434;

First Congregational Church of Berkeley 2425 Channing Way Berkeley, CA 510/846-3696

Berkeley Friends Meeting 2151 Vine St. Berkeley, CA 510/843-9725 Email: [email protected] Website: www.berkeleyfriendschurch.org Pastor: Brian Young Strawberry Creek Friends meeting 2701 Martine Luther King Jr Way. Berkeley, CA 510/524-9186 Website: www.strawberrycreek.quaker.org

Congregation Netivot Shalom 1316 University Ave Berkeley, CA 94702-1711 510/549-9447 Website: http://www.netivotshalom.org/ Rabbi Menachem Creditor

Oakland

First Unitarian Church of Oakland 3685-14th St Oakland, CA 94612 510/893-6129 Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.uuoakland.org/ Pastor Kerstin

East Bay Church of Religious Science 4130 Telegraph Ave Oakland, CA 94609-1003 510/420-1003 Email: [email protected] Website: http://ebcrs.org/dev/ Ministers: Rev. Elouise D. Oliver, Rev. Andriette Earl & Rev. Robert Collins

Piedmont

Kehilla Community Synagogue 1300 Grand Ave Piedmont, CA 94610 510/547-2424 Email: [email protected] Website: www.kehillasynagogue.org/ Rabbi Burt Jacobson & David Jonathon Cooper

Livermore

United Christian Church of Livermore 1886 College Ave Livermore, CA 94550 925/449-6820 Email: [email protected] or [email protected] Rev. Martha Williams

Vallejo

First Christian Church of Vallejo 1035 Indiana St Vallejo, CA 94590 707/643-7973 Email: [email protected] Website: www.vallejochristian.com Rev. Judith Jones

Benecia

Community Congregational Church of Benecia 1305 W. Second St. POB 187 Benecia, CA 94510 707/745-0674 Email: [email protected] Website: www.cccucc.org Rev. Renie Stamm-Kirk

Napa

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of North Bay 11515 Pueblo Ave (POB 4051) Napa, CA 94558 707/226-9220 Email: [email protected] Website: www.uunorthbay.org/ Rev. Bonnie Diott

Vacaville

Unity Church Of The Valley 350 N. Orchard Ave Vacaville, CA 95688 707/447-0521 Email: [email protected] Website: www.unityvacaville.net/ Rev. Ken Micah Murdock

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DENOMINATIONAL RESOURCES

● Baptist Association of Welcoming & Affirming Baptists http://www.wabaptists.org/ Welcomes and affirms all persons without regard to sexual orientation or gender identity, and who have joined together to advocate for the full inclusion of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender persons within Baptist communities of faith. ● Brethren/Mennonite Council for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Interests www.bmclgbt.org The mission of BMC is to cultivate an inclusive church and society and to care for the Mennonite and Brethren lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and allied community. ● Buddhist Gay Buddhist Fellowship http://www.gaybuddhist.org/ Supports Buddhist practices in the gay community and brings together the diverse Buddhist traditions to address the spiritual concerns of gay men. ● Catholic ❍ DignityUSA http://www.dignityusa.org/ Works for respect and justice for all gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender persons in the Catholic Church and the world through education, advocacy and support. ❍ Fortunate Families Catholic Families with Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Daughters and Sons www.fortunatefamilies.org ❍ Catholic Association for Lesbian and Gay Ministry www.nacdlgm.org ● Course of Miracles Community Miracles Center www.miracles-course.org ● Disciples of Christ Gay, Lesbian and Affirming Disciples AllianceThe Gay, Lesbian, and Affirming Disciples Alliance is an organization of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and affirming members of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). www.gladalliance.org ● Episcopal ❍ Integrity http://www.integrityusa.org/ Fostering the full inclusion of LGBT persons in the Episcopal Church, using integrity as the leading grass roots voice. ❍ Oasis/California Episcopal Diocese of California The GLBT Ministry of the Episcopal Diocese of California www.oasiscalifornia.org ● Evangelical Evangelicals Concerned www.ecwr.org (Western Division) www.ecinc.org www.evangelicalsconcerned.org Encourages and affirms lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered Christians in their faith. ● Buddhism. Hartford Street Zen Center www.hartfordstreetzen.com ● Heartstrong www.heartstrong.org ● Hindu (Vaishnavas) www.galva108.org The Gay and Lesbian Vaishnava Association educates Vaishnavas, Hindus and the public in general about the "third sex" as described in Vedic literatures. ● Jewish World Congress of Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender Jews: Keshet Ga’avah www.glbtjews.org The worldwide voice of LGBT Jews seeking to support, inspire, and strengthen local groups; foster a sense of community among diverse individuals and organizations; and achieve equality and security for LGBT Jews worldwide. ● Lutheran Lutherans Concerned www.lcna.org Lutherans Concerned embody, inspire, and support the acceptance and full participation of people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, their families, friends and allies, within the Lutheran communion and its ecumenical and global partners. ● Metropolitan Community Church www.mccchurch.org Founded in and reaching beyond the gay and lesbian communities and seeking the integration of spirituality and sexuality.A beloved community joining together from diverse spiritual backgrounds. A ministry of peace and social justice in our congregation and our community. A house of prayer for all people and a home for queer spirituality. ● Mormon www.affirmation.org Affirmation: Gay & Lesbian Mormons serves the needs of gay Mormon women and men, as well as bisexual and transgender LDS and their supportive family and friends, through social and educational activities. ● Muslim ❍ Al-Fatiha Foundation www.al-fatiha.org Dedicated to Muslims who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, questioning, those exploring their sexual orientation or gender identity, and their allies, families and friends. Al-Fatiha promotes the progressive Islamic notions of peace, equality and justice. ❍ Gay and Lesbian Arab Society www.glas.org/ahbab ● Presbyterian More Light Presbyterians ww.mlp.org Following the risen Christ, and seeking to make the Church a true community of hospitality, the mission of More Light Presbyterians is to work for the full participation of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people of faith in the life, ministry and witness of the Presbyterian Church (USA). ● Quaker ❍ Religious Society of Friends www.flgbtqc.quaker.org Friends for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer Concerns. A North American Quaker faith community that affirms God in all people; learning that radical inclusion and radical love bring further light to Quaker testimony and life. ❍ Quaker Fellowship For LGBT Quakers, contact email: [email protected] ● Wican Reclaiming--Wican. Check website for location of events. www.reclaiming.org ● Seventh-day Adventist www.sdakinship.org Seventh-day Adventist Kinship Devoted to the spiritual, emotional, social and physical well-being of current and former Seventh-day Adventists who are lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgendered. ● Soulforce www.soulforce.org "The purpose of Soulforce is freedom for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people from religious and political oppression through the practice of relentless nonviolent resistance." ● Unitarian www.uua.org Unitarian Universalism—Office of Bisexual, Gay, Lesbian and Transgender Concerns Office of the Unitarian Universalist Association dedicated to fighting oppression against bisexual, gay, lesbian, and/or transgender people. ● United Church of Christ ❍ The UCC Coalition for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Concerns www.ucccoalition.org Provides support and sanctuary to all our lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender sisters and brothers, their families and friends; advocates for their full inclusion in church and society; and brings Christ's affirming message of love and justice for all people. ❍ Cathedral of Hope: A Congregation of the United Church of Christ www.cathedralofhope.com ● San Francisco Gay Shamans www.gayshamans-sf.org ● United Methodist www.umaffirm.org Affirmation: United Methodists for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Concerns Pursues full inclusion in the Church through respect, love, justice and mercy for all.

FAITH BASED HIV/AIDS RESOURCES These resources are essential partners in this fight to end HIV/AIDS! Resources just as these aid in the reduction of the stigma placed on this disease by those who see HIV/AIDS as a moral issue and not a health issue. Here are just a few websites, days of interest and services provided by the Faith Community.

● The Balm In Gilead, Inc 701 East Franklin Street, Suite 1000 Richmond, VA 23219 804-644-2256 (BALM) 804-644-2257 fax 888/225-6243 (toll free) www.balmingilead.org ● National Catholic AIDS Network 1400 W. Devon Ave #502 Chicago, Il 60660 773 508-7080 (office) 773 508-7083 (fax) [email protected] www.ncan.org ● National Episcopal AIDS Coalition 520 Clinton Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11238 718 857-9445 800 588-6628 [email protected]

CONTACT Contra Costa County Mental Health -- A Reducing Health Disparities Project US Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Questioning, Intersex & 2-Spirit Health (also see HIV/AIDS) Resources for the East Bay (Contra Costa & Alameda Counties) and the San Francisco Bay Area.

EAST BAY HEALTH RESOURCES

● Berkeley Free Clinic—City Men’s Health Collective 2339 Durant Ave, Berkeley, CA 510/344-0425 Website: www.berkeleyfreeclinic.org ● Body Electric www.Bodyelectric.org Weekend workshops, week-long retreats, classes to help people experience the potential of healers of self and others through touch, conscious breath and honoring the body’s wisdom. ● Cancer Detection Programs—Every Woman Counts Mammograms for LGBT over 40 yrs in Contra Costa County Phone: 800/511-2300. ● Cancer Support Group for Asian Lesbians in the East Bay Phone: 510/213-1376 ● Center for Human Development (925) 687-8844 The Center for Human Development’s Empowerment Program provides education, social support, and leadership opportunities for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and questioning (LGBTQ) youth age 22 and under. LGBTQ youth and their straight allies design, plan, and carry out HIV prevention outreach, social activities, and workshops for their peers. Other programs of the Center for Human Development focus on alcohol, tobacco, and other drug prevention; conflict resolution; youth development; community organizing; and parenting. ● Familias Unidas (510) 412-5930 Familias Unidas conducts a wide spectrum of programs, primarily for the Latino community. ● La Clinica De La Raza 1450 Fruitvale Avenue, 3rd Floor, Oakland, CA 94601 Ph: 510-535-4000 Fax: 510-535-4189 Health clinic and AIDS services to the Latino/a community More Info: La Clinica de la Raza exists to improve the quality of life and health status of Alameda County's medically indigent and ethnic communities. It is committed to provision of affordable health services to all persons regardless of their ability to pay, in a manner sensitive to the cultural patterns of the Latino community and of all other ethnic groups. La Clinica recognizes the total well-being of the patient population by considering the social, economic, mental, and physical health needs of patients. It also is committed to advocacy for a more humane and effective health care system. ● Neighborhood House of North Richmond (510) 235-9780 Neighborhood House provides HIV/AIDS education and neighborhood outreach to substance users in the Richmond community. ● Rainbow Community Center 3024 Willow Pass Rd., Ste. 200, Concord, CA 94519 Phone: 925/692-0090 Website: www.rainbowcc.org Email: [email protected] Men’s HIV Support Group; Kind Hearts Program (food bank & brown bag distribution); HIV Testing. ● Rainbow Flag Health Services And Sperm Bank 933 Central Ave Alameda, CA 94501- Ph: 510-521-7737 Email: [email protected] Specialty: Health Sperm bank serving the g/l community in SF. Fresh inseminations with known donors. ● Sperm Bank Of California 2115 Milvia, #201 Berkeley, CA 94704-1157 Ph: 510-841-1858 Fax: 510-841-0332 Email: [email protected] Full-service sperm bank serving mostly lesbians. The first and only sperm bank in the United States to operate as a non-profit organization. The mission is to provide services, information and resources to all women and men who choose to create or expand their families through donor insemination and sperm storage. Serving lesbians and single women since 1982. Approximately 75% of clients are single or coupled lesbians. Hours: Mon. thru Friday from 9am to 5pm. ● Women’s Cancer Resource Center of Oakland, CA (Serves CCC & Alameda Residents) Toll Free Help Line: 1-888-421-7900 (English & Spanish) Website: www.wcrc.org Email: [email protected] Information & Referral Helpline, Resource Library, Multicultural Outreach Program (African Americans, Latinas and other women of color), in-home supportive services, Cultural & Healing Arts Programs, workshops & classes, peer support and referral, and financial assistance to low income women with breast cancer living in Alameda & Contra Costa Counties who are currently in treatment (up to $500.00/year).

SF BAY AREA HEALTH RESOURCES

● Castro Mission Health Center 3850 17th St., (between Sanchez & Noe Sts.), San Francisco, CA Phone: 415/487-7589 ❍ Health clinic open Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 7:45-5pm and Tuesdays until 9:00. ❍ Dimensions Queer youth clinic open on Thursday from 5-8pm, Saturdays noon - 3 pm. Drop in or make an appointment. ● CUAV (Community United Against Violence) 170 A Capp Street, San Francisco, CA 94110 Phone: 415/777-5500 24-hr. Crisis Hotline: 415/333-HELP Website: www.cuav.org CUAV offers a 24-hour confidential, multilingual support line, free counseling, legal advocacy, and emergency assistance (hotel, food, and transportation vouchers) for LGBTQ survivors of domestic violence, hate violence, and sexual assault. ● Flesh and Spirit 415/440-1561 Website: www.fleshandspirit.org Events for queer men who bring enlightment, love, liberation, healing, knowledge, power, and wholeness around issues of queer men’s identity, spirituality, and sexuality. ● Asian and Pacific Islander Wellness Center 730 Polk Street, San Francisco, CA 94109 Phone: 415/292-3400 Website: www.apiwellness.org ● Healing Waters 415.552.1190; www.hwaters.org Provides wilderness activities for men, women and teenagers living with HIV/AIDS, including whitewater rafting, kayaking, hiking, camping and a summer camp for HIV+ teenagers. ● Health Initiatives For Youth (HIFY) 235 Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA 94104 Phone: 415/274-1970 HIFY creates publications and resource materials and facilitates workshops and trainings for youth and the providers that work with them on a variety of youth and health topics, such as body image, sexuality, STIs and HIV, substance use, self-esteem and mental health, relationships, and violence. ● Huckleberry Street Youth Clinic 555 Cole St., San Francisco, CA 94117 Phone: 415/751-8181 Provides comprehensive health services to youth 12-21. Services include primary medical care, confidential HIV testing on Thursdays from 2-6:00, case management, mental health, and peer health education. ● Magnet 4155 18th Street, SF 415/581-1600 Website: www.magnetsf.org A unique approach to gay ment’s total health-body and mind. A new health clinic, aimed at addressing the priorities of local queers. ● Nexus—Men’s Health Collective of SF http://groups.yahoo.com/group/nexussf Promotes and advocates for the health and well-being of men in general, and of G/B/T men in SF in particular. A grassroots coalition of activists, students, artists, health care workers, and citizens-at-large working together to educate ourselves and our peers on improving the health of the men in our communities. ● New Leaf 1853 Market St. (at Guerrero), San Francisco, CA 94103 Phone: 415/626-7000 Website: www.newleafservices.org Email: [email protected] Provides professional mental health, substance abuse, and social support services to strengthen the LGBTQ community. ● Project Open Hand Delivered meals for the homebound, HIV, Cancer, etc.Website: www.openhand.org ● ResistMeth Provides information on the risks of using crystal meth and resources for those struggling with meth use, people in recovery and individuals who have never used the drug. It is a social marketing campaign funded by the San Francisco Department of Public Health and Boston’s Fenway Community Health.www.resistmeth.org ● San Francisco Sex Information Website 415/989-SFSI (7374) Website: WWW.SFSI.ORG Free Information and referral switchboard providing anonymous, accurate, non-judgmental information about sex. Questions about fisting, BDSM, STD’s. SFSI can answer them all. ● St. James Infirmary 1372 Mission St, SF CA 415/554-8494 Providing compassionate and non-judgmental comprehensive continuum of health care and social services for all sex workers.

NATIONAL HEALTH RESOURCES

● Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has many resources for building resilience and facilitating recovery for people with or at risk for HIV and mental or substance use disorders. www.samhsa.gov

CONTACT Contra Costa County Mental Health -- A Reducing Health Disparities Project US Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Questioning, Intersex & 2-Spirit

HIV/AIDS (also see Health) Resources for the East Bay (Contra Costa & Alameda Counties) and the San Francisco Bay Area.

EAST BAY HIV/AIDS RESOURCES

● African American HIV Support (enter zip code for services or HIV testing near you) Website: http://www.blackaids.org/ ● AIDS/HIV/HCV Nightline 415.434.AIDS (2437) or 800.628.9240 www.hivnightline.org Provides emotional support, information and referrals to people with concerns about HIV and hepatitis C when other agencies are closed: 5 PM to 5 AM every night. ● AIDS Project East Bay Website: www.apeb.org ● AIDS Legal Referral Panel (ALRP) C/O AIDS Project Of The East Bay 499 Fifth Street, #306 Oakland, CA 94607 Ph: 510-451-5353 Email: [email protected] Provides legal assistance to HIV+ individuals. ALRP is the only institution in the San Francisco Bay Area whose entire mission is dedicated to providing free and low-cost legal assistance and education on virtually any civil matter to persons living with HIV/AIDS. This includes such widely disparate areas as housing, employment, insurance, confidentiality matters, family law, credit, government benefits or public accommodations, to name just a few. This is accomplished through either direct representation of clients by one of ALRP's five attorneys or by careful placement of clients with one of ALRP's 700 panel attorneys. Hours: Oakland office open on Mondays and Wednesdays. See San Fran. for other hours. ● Asian and Pacific Islander Wellness Center 730 Polk Street, San Francisco, CA 94109 Phone: 415/292-3400 Website: www.apiwellness.org Provides HIV Care Services Program for HIV positive Asians and Pacific Islanders. Does case management services, has a free clinic and support groups. ● Berkeley Free Clinic—City Men’s Health Collective 2339 Durant Ave, Berkeley, CA 510/344-0425 Website: www.berkeleyfreeclinic.org Providing STD testing and treatment for all men , regardless of sexual orientation. Please note BFC is only available by phone Sundays 4-7 pm. There is recorded information at all other times. For info on times of services visit their website. ● Black Coalition on AIDS, Inc. 2800 3rd St., San Francisco, CA 94107 Phone: 415/615-9945 Website: www.bcoa.org; Email: [email protected] Street outreach, peer-led HIV/AIDS support and prevention education services to youth 18+. ● Body Electric www.Bodyelectric.org Weekend workshops, week-long retreats, classes to help people experience the potential of healers of self and others through touch, conscious breath and honoring the body’s wisdom. ● Center for Human Development (925) 687-8844 The Center for Human Development’s Empowerment Program provides education, social support, and leadership opportunities for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and questioning (LGBTQ) youth age 22 and under. LGBTQ youth and their straight allies design, plan, and carry out HIV prevention outreach, social activities, and workshops for their peers. Other programs of the Center for Human Development focus on alcohol, tobacco, and other drug prevention; conflict resolution; youth development; community organizing; and parenting. ● The Community Health Empowerment--Contra Costa County Needle Exchange Program Phone: 510-236-8122 Website: http://cchealth.org/services/hiv_aids/ One-for-one syringe exchange program for injection drug users to receive clean syringes, condoms, and harm reduction information. Sometimes their needle exchange schedule changes. You may Call (510) 236-8122 to confirm days and locations. ❍ Mondays, 6-8 PM @ Richmond 500 “B” St. between Barrett & Richmond Parkway ❍ Tuesdays, 6-8 PM @ Bay Point Pittsburg Baptist Church, 2586 Willow Pass Road (parking lot) ❍ Wednesdays, 6-8 PM @ North Richmond, 1090 Factory Street, North Richmond (cross street is 7th Street) ❍ Thursdays, 6-8 PM @ Pittsburg, 385 Central Avenue (cross street is Solari Street) ● Contra Costa Health Services—HIV & AIDS Programs Phone: 925/313-6771; Toll Free: 1-800-287-0200 The AIDS Program offers care and support services for people with HIV/AIDS and education and prevention services for those at risk for HIV. They also offer HIV testing services via a mobile van at scheduled locations in the community. ❍ Prevention Case Management: Case Management services for people who are more vulnerable to contracting HIV. It focuses on building understanding and skills about factors that influence people’s ability to stay HIV free or transmit HIV. Call: 925/313-6771 for Information. ❍ Nurse Case Management: A Public Health Nurse and a Medical Social Worker work as a team to provide case management services to people with disabling HIV or AIDS. Our goal is to assist clients in remaining independent and at home as long as safely possible. The case managers coordinate services including medical care, attendant care, nutritional counseling, mental health and substance abuse services, and home delivered meals. Call 925/313-6771 for information. ❍ Early Intervention Services: ■ WOMEN’S EARLY INTERVENTION Pittsburg Health Clinic 2311 Loveridge Road, Pittsburg, CA 94856 (925) 313-6958 ■ LA CLINICA 335 East Leland Road, Pittsburg, CA 94565 (925) 431-1256 ■ CENTER FOR HEALTH IN NORTH RICHMOND Our team’s Public Health Nurses and Medical Social Workers also provide clinic-based services at the Center for Health in North Richmond, including linkages to case management, counseling, education and prevention services, assistance with partner notification and access to medical care. ■ INTAKE AND REFERRALS Our Intake Coordinator serves as a centralized source of information and referral for HIV+ people in Contra Costa County. He refers clients countywide to case management services at community based organizations or the Health Department programs listed below: ■ Short Term Assistance Medical Social Workers assist people with HIV by addressing their most immediate needs and connecting them with ongoing case management services. ■ Prevention with Positives (PWP) A program to help people with HIV make a plan to prevent transmission of HIV to others, while maintaining their own health. ■ AIDS Drug Assistance Program (ADAP) Assistance with payment for drugs that treat HIV disease. To be eligible for ADAP, a person must be HIV +, a California resident over the age of 18, have limited or no prescription benefits, and meet financial guidelines. ■ Partner Counseling and Referral Services Support for disclosing HIV status to partners. Service coaches clients on how to tell their partners themselves or how to notify selected partners without disclosing client identity. For information, or assistance in partner notification, contact 925-313- 6793. For these services and referral to other community services for HIV positive individuals, including: mental health counseling, substance use services coordination, food, case management, housing assistance, emergency assistance, benefits counseling and more, contact (925) 313-6771. ■ TEENAGE PROGRAM (TAP) Richmond TAP Office (510) 231-8660 Teen Clinic Appointments 1(866) 282- TEEN TAP is a comprehensive program designed to address the physical, social, and emotional concerns of Contra Costa County youth. Services include health education presentations in high school settings, teen clinic navigator program, youth development, and mentoring projects. Trained Health Facilitators and Health Educators provide high school classroom presentations on a variety of health and wellness topics, including HIV/AIDS. ● Familias Unidas (510) 412-5930 Familias Unidas conducts a wide spectrum of programs, primarily for the Latino community. Specific HIV prevention services for men who have sex with men are available. Other services are available for people living with HIV/AIDS. ● The Genard AIDS Foundation Website: www.genard.org Email: support @genard.org Helpline: 925-943-AIDS (2437) 1630 North Main St #102, Walnut Creek, CA 94596 The Genard AIDS Foundation provides services, support and education to people in Contra Costa County with HIV/AIDS, their families and loved ones, as they move through the trauma of living with HIV/AIDS, thereby providing them with the capacity to face death with dignity and peace. Services include hospice volunteers, respite care, symptom management, home based care and financial assistance (individual grants requested by case manager, physicians and patient advocates ($100-1,000.00). ● HIV/AIDS Services Resources Positive Resource Guide by Alameda County. (Select HIV/AIDS services in A to Z search): http://www.acphd.org/ , or Website: http://www.acphd.org/AXBYCZ/Admin/DataReports/00_resourcedir2008_complete.pdf ● La Clinica De La Raza 1450 Fruitvale Avenue, 3rd Floor, Oakland, CA 94601 Ph: 510-535-4000 Fax: 510-535-4189 Health clinic and AIDS services to the Latino/a community More Info : La Clinica de la Raza exists to improve the quality of life and health status of Alameda County's medically indigent and ethnic communities. It is committed to provision of affordable health services to all persons regardless of their ability to pay, in a manner sensitive to the cultural patterns of the Latino community and of all other ethnic groups. La Clinica recognizes the total well-being of the patient population by considering the social, economic, mental, and physical health needs of patients. It also is committed to advocacy for a more humane and effective health care system. The aim of the HIV Outreach Team is to provide risk-reduction supplies and education to people who are not receiving services through the current health care system, including people living on the streets. Services provided: ❍ La Clinica provides comprehensive primary care, including medical, dental, and eye care, health education, nutrition, social services support, in-patient care, mental health, laboratory, pharmacy, X-ray, and HIV testing services. ❍ Community Health Education Department provides education to community groups, and includes education on sexual diversity. The HIV Outreach Team provides AIDS/HIV education and prevention services, including the following: Distribution of free safer-sex materials (including condoms, dams, and lubricants) and other risk-reduction supplies (including bleach, alcohol pads, cottons, and literature). ❍ Street group education, and intensive workshops on various topics related to HIV. ❍ Referrals to HIV Antibody Testing Sites and health clinics. ❍ Support groups, including a group for Latino men who are gay or bisexual and HIV-positive or living with AIDS. ❍ Intensive one-on-one education about any topic related to Sexually Transmitted Diseases. ❍ HIV counseling, in Spanish, English, and Ethiopian. ❍ Starting an activity group for Latino queens. ● Latino HIV Support Services (Alameda, Contra Costa & Solano Counties) Website: http://www.laclinica.org/ ● Needle Exchange Programs in Berkeley Phone: 510/678-8563 Website: www.berkeleyneed.org/ ● Neighborhood House of North Richmond (510) 235-9780 Neighborhood House provides HIV/AIDS education and neighborhood outreach to substance users in the Richmond community. ● Pacific Center for Human Growth 2712 Telegraph Ave., Berkeley, CA 94705 Phone: 510/548-8283 Website: www.pacificcenter.org Email: [email protected] HIV Testing, contact HIV Program Manager Aaron Testard - (510) 548-828. X240; HIV Positive Therapy Group; and Positive Directions: HIV Individual & Group Counseling, and Support Groups. ● Pittsburg Pre-School and Community Council (PSCC) (925) 439-2061 The Pittsburg Pre-School and Community Council (PSCC) specializes in providing HIV education, outreach, testing, and case management for women, men who have sex with men, and substance users in East Contra Costa. ● Planned Parenthood Website: www.plannedparenthood.org PPSD offers a full range of reproductive health services. HIV group education services for youth, particularly at-risk youth, are available. A Resource Center in the Concord office houses videos, pamphlets, fact sheets and other useful information available for public use. ● Positive Resource Center 415.777.0333; www.positiveresource.org Through culturally appropriate counseling, education and advocacy, assists people who are affected by or at risk for HIV/AIDS in making informed choices that maximize available benefits and employment opportunities. (Benefits counseling only for SF County Residents—Employment Services also for Contra Costa Residents.) ● Rainbow Community Center 3024 Willow Pass Rd., Ste. 200, Concord, CA 94519 Phone: 925/692-0090 Website: www.rainbowcc.org Email: [email protected] Men’s HIV Support Group; Kind Hearts Program (food bank & brown bag distribution); HIV Testing. ● Rainbow Flag Health Services And Sperm Bank 933 Central Ave Alameda, CA 94501- Ph: 510-521-7737 Email: [email protected] Specialty: Health Sperm bank serving the g/l community in SF. Fresh inseminations with known donors.

SF BAY AREA HIV/AIDS RESOURCES

● Bay Positives 701 Oak Street San Francisco, CA Phone: 415/487-1616 Website: baypositives.org Peer-run for LGBT youth 26 and under living with HIV/AIDS. Support, case management, counseling, housing assistance, drop-in group, social and recreational events. ● City Clinic 356 7th Street, SF, CA Phone: 415/487-550 Website: www.cityclinic.org City Clinic is a speciality clinic shich has been providing diagnosis and treatment of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) to the San Francisco community since 1933. The clinic is the City’s only municipal STD clinic and provides confidential, low cost, convenient drop-in services to all people over the age of 12, regardless of their ability to pay. Their staff speaks English,Spanish, Russian, Cantonese, Mandarin and Tagalog. ● Dimensions (Castro-Mission Health Center Office) 3850 17th St., (between Sanchez & Noe Sts.), San Francisco, CA Phone: 415/487-7589 Comprehensive health services for Queer and Questioning Youth. Drop-in or make an appointment. Open on Thursday from 5-8:00. ● Healing Waters 415.552.1190; www.hwaters.org Provides wilderness activities for men, women and teenagers living with HIV/AIDS, including whitewater rafting, kayaking, hiking, camping and a summer camp for HIV+ teenagers. ● Health Initiatives For Youth (HIFY) 235 Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA 94104 Phone: 415/274-1970 HIFY creates publications and resource materials and facilitates workshops and trainings for youth and the providers that work with them on a variety of youth and health topics, such as body image, sexuality, STIs and HIV, substance use, self-esteem and mental health, relationships, and violence. ● Huckleberry Street Youth Clinic 555 Cole St., San Francisco, CA 94117 Phone: 415/751-8181 Provides comprehensive health services to youth 12-21. Services include primary medical care, confidential HIV testing on Thursdays from 2-6:00, case management, mental health, and peer health education. ● Magnet 4155 18th Street, SF 415/581-1600 Website: www.magnetsf.org A unique approach to gay ment’s total health-body and mind. A new health clinic, aimed at addressing the priorities of local queers. ● Nexus—Men’s Health Collective of SF http://groups.yahoo.com/group/nexussf Promotes and advocates for the health and well-being of men in general, and of G/B/T men in SF in particular. A grassroots coalition of activists, students, artists, health care workers, and citizens-at-large working together to educate ourselves and our peers on improving the health of the men in our communities. ● Positive Resource Center 415.777.0333; www.positiveresource.org Through culturally appropriate counseling, education and advocacy, assists people who are affected by or at risk for HIV/AIDS in making informed choices that maximize available benefits and employment opportunities. (Benefits counseling only for SF County Residents—Employment Services also for Contra Costa Residents.) ● Project Inform (AIDS Treatment) Website: www.projectinform.org Project Inform is one of the best sources of information for treatment options and treatment advocacy relating to HIV/AIDS. ● Project Open Hand Delivered meals for the homebound, HIV, Cancer, etc. Website: www.openhand.org ● San Francisco Sex Information Website 415/989-SFSI (7374) Website: WWW.SFSI.ORG Free Information and referral switchboard providing anonymous, accurate, non-judgmental information about sex. Questions about fisting, BDSM, STD’s. SFSI can answer them all. ● St. James Infirmary 1372 Mission St, SF CA 415/554-8494 Providing compassionate and non-judgmental comprehensive continuum of health care and social services for all sex workers.

NATIONAL HIV/AIDS RESOURCES

● Latino Commission on AIDS Website Provides information on HIV/AIDS as it directly pertains to the Latino community. Information includes services, programs, coalitions, trainings etc. www.latinoaids.org ● Lambda Legal A national organization committed to achieving full recognition of the civil rights of lesbians, gay men, bisexuals, transgender people and those with HIV through impact litigation, education and public policy work. www.lambdalegal.org ● National Association of People with AIDS www.napwa.org/ ● National AIDS Treatment Advocacy Project Provides current, accurate information related to HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis C & B treatments, publishes data on new and experimental drugs, side- effects management, women & HIV related issues and conferences. www.natap.org ● Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has many resources for building resilience and facilitating recovery for people with or at risk for HIV and mental or substance use disorders. www.samhsa.gov ● Test Positive Aware Network (TPAN), Inc. and Positively Aware Magazine TPAN’s mission is to empower people living with HIV through peer-led programming, support services, information and advocacy. www.tpan.com ● Women Alive A treatment focused, non-profit organization by and for women living with HIV/AIDS. www.women-alive.org ● NATIONAL HIV/AIDS FAITH BASED RESOURCES Faith Based Resources are essential partners in this fight to end HIV/AIDS! These resources aid in the reduction of the stigma placed on this disease by those who see HIV/AIDS as a moral issue and not a health issue. Here are just a few websites, days of interest and services provided by the Faith Community: ❍ The Balm In Gilead, Inc 701 East Franklin StreetSuite 1000 Richmond, VA 23219 804-644-2256 (BALM) 804-644-2257 fax 888/225-6243 (toll free) www.balmingilead.org ❍ National Catholic AIDS Network 1400 W. Devon Ave #502 Chicago, Il 60660773 508-7080 (office) 773 508-7083 (fax) [email protected] or www.ncan.org ❍ National Episcopal AIDS Coalition 520 Clinton AvenueBrooklyn, NY 11238 718-857-9445 800 588-6628 [email protected]

HIV ANTIBODY TESTING

● Hivtest.org Helps you to find an HIV testing site near you and provides national HIV testing resources. It is a service of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. www.hivtest.org ● African American HIV Testing & Support (enter zip code for services or HIV testing near you) Website: http://www.blackaids.org/ ● Alameda County Free HIV Test Sites Phone: 800/448-2999 (English & Spanish) Website: http://www.acphd.org/AXBYCZ/Admin/DataReports/07_resourcedir2008_hiv_testing.pdf ● The California HIV/AIDS Hotline Phone: 800/448-2299 Website: http://www.lcchayward.org/ California HIV/AIDS Hotline can provide current information about anonymous HIV antibody test sites (in English and Spanish). ● The Contra Costa County Mobile HIV Testing and Counseling Phone: 800/287-0200 Website: http://cchealth.org/services/hiv_aids/ Anonymous & Confidential HIV Testing and Counseling. Public Health Testing is available through the AIDS Program, and STD Clinic. ❍ OraQuick Rapid Testing is available at some locations. Call (925) 313-6771 for site information. ■ Locations & DatesMonday (3rd) ■ Home Depot11939 San Pablo , Richmond9:30—11:30Every Tuesday ■ Todos Santos PlazaWillow Pass Road, Concord10—2:30 p.m.Every Wednesday ■ Salvation Army Parking Lot20 W. 10th Street, Antioch2— 3:30 p.m.Friday (1st only) ❍ STD Clinic offers confidential testing for HIV and other STDs (sexually transmitted diseases).Call for an appointment at (800) 479-9664. ● Neighborhood House of N. Richmond 820 23rd Street, Richmond Hours: 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM Sometimes our HIV testing schedule changes. Call (925) 313-6771 to confirm days and locations. ● Planned Parenthood Shasta-Diablo Offers confidential testing for HIV and other STD. Call 1-800-230-7526 for an appointment at a clinic near you. ● The Lighthouse Community Center 1217 A Street, Hayward, CA 94541 Phone: 510/881-8167 Website: http://www.lcchayward.org/ Email: [email protected] HIV Testing, HIV Long Term Survivor Support Group & Self Help Group. ● Pacific Center for Human Growth 2712 Telegraph Ave., Berkeley, CA 94705 Phone: 510/548-8283 Website: www.pacificcenter.org Email: [email protected] HIV Testing Referrals ( contact HIV Program Manager Aaron Testard - (510) 548-8283. X240); HIV Positive Therapy Group; and Positive Directions: HIV Individual & Group Counseling, and Support Groups. ● Rainbow Community Center 3024 Willow Pass Rd., Ste. 200, Concord, CA 94519 Phone: 925/692-0090 Website: www.rainbowcc.org Email: [email protected] HIV Testing; Men’s HIV Support Group; Kind Hearts Program (food bank & brown bag distribution).

SAFE SEX INFORMATION

● AIDSmeds www.aidsmeds.com “HIV+ owned and operated”, offers complete and easy-to-read information on treating HIV and AIDS, including guided treatment lessons, drug information, recent news and community forums. ● Advocates for Youth Website: www.advocatesforyouth.org/glbtq.htm A Web site dedicated to people interested in advocating for LGBTQ youth. ● The Body Website www.thebody.org Contains comprehensive information on all things related to health and HIV/AIDS. This Web site is a user-friendly comprehensive HIV treatment and prevention on-line resource. ● Open Enterprises/Good Vibrations 415.974.8990, 800.289.8423; www.goodvibes.com A cooperative providing access to accurate sex information and to sex toys, books and videos to promote healthy attitudes about sex. ● Planned Parenthood Website: www.plannedparenthood.org Planned Parenthood health centers offer high-quality sexual and reproductive health care, including family planning, gynecological care, STI/STD testing and treatment, pregnancy testing, and abortion services. ● Sex, Etc. www.sexetc.org A website by teens, for teens. They have a great section on GLBTQ issues! ● Teenwire.com www.teenwire.com Teenwire.com is an award-winning sexual health Web site for teens. We are committed to giving you the facts about sex so that you can use this information to make your own responsible choices. We provide honest and nonjudgmental information about sexuality in language you can understand with the hope that you will use this knowledge to reduce your risk of unintended pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections.

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EAST BAY ADDICTION & RECOVERY RESOURCES

● Al-Anon Family Groups www.al-anon.alateen.org Hundreds of meetings per week in bay area. Meetings for those who are affected by someone else’s drinking. Local meetings daily. Some specifically for LGBTQ folks, with all meeting open and welcoming of all people. ● Alcoholics Anonymous www.aasf.org Hundreds of meetings per week in bay area. ● The Community Initiative www.thecommunityinitiative.org ● Crystal Meth Anonymous Meetings www.crystalmeth.org For info on meetings in the San Francisco Bay Area visit the website. ● Draw the Line drawtheline.org Listings of harm reduction resources and events for gay and bi men concerned with meth and other substance. ● Drug Line 415.362.3400 24/7 drug crisis line ● LGBT Weight Watchers-Berkeley Email: [email protected] ● The Lighthouse Community Center 1217 A Street, Hayward, CA 94541 Phone: 510/881-8167 Website: http://www.lcchayward.org/ Email: [email protected] AA and NA Groups. ● Narcotics Anonymous 415/621-8600 Call for meetings times and locations. ● Rainbow Community Center 3024 Willow Pass Rd., Ste. 200, Concord, CA 94519 Phone: 925/692-0090 Website: www.rainbowcc.org Email: [email protected] Mixed AA Group. ● The SF Bay Area Intergroup of Sex Addicts Anonymous Registered groups of recovering sex addicts who follow the 12 steps and 12 traditions of Sex Addicts Anonymous. Friday LGBTQ meeting: SAA Intergoup POB 225278, SF, CA 94122 888/346-4138 www.BayAreaSaa.org email: [email protected] ● Smart Recovery 415-673-2848 Self-help meetings (alternative to 12 step).

SF BAY ADDICTION & RECOVERY RESOURCES

● Acceptance Place, Baker Places, Inc. 673 San Jose Avenue, San Francisco, CA415.695.1708 www.bakerplaces.org A 12-bed transitional residential treatment program for gay men in the early stages of substance abuse recovery. ● Alcoholics Anonymous www.aasf.org Hundreds of meetings per week in the bay area. ● Buddies Group 415.626.7000 www.drawtheline.org/buddies For friends, buddies and partners of meth users. ● Castro Country Club 4058 18th Street, San Francisco, CA415.552.6102 www.castrocountryclub.org Located at 18th Street near Castro, the Castro Country Club is the oldest continuously operating coffee house in the neighborhood. Since 1983, it has been a place where people meet, hang out, and socialize in an alternative atmosphere to the bar scene. ● Crystal Meth Anonymous Meetingswww.crystalmeth.orgFor info on meetings in the San Francisco Bay Area visit the website. ● Billy DeFrank Lesbian and Gay Community Center 408.293.2429; www.defrank.org Provides community, leadership, advocacy, support and services to the Silicon Valley LGBT community and their allies. Programs include social activities, youth leadership development, nutritious lunches for seniors, support groups, individual counseling and HIV testing. ● The Diversity Center Santa Cruz 831.425.5422; www.diversitycenter.org Offers a drop-in safe space, peer groups, potlucks, job and housing referrals, business and resource information, a lending library and more. ● Draw the Line drawtheline.org Listings of harm reduction resources and events for gay and bi men concerned with meth and other substance. ● Drug Line 415.362.3400 24/7 drug crisis line ● Haight Ashbury Free Clinics - Drug Detox Program 529 Clayton Street, San Francisco, CA 415.565.1909 www.hafci.org Free outpatient, medical drug detox, HIV acute care, counseling and education. ● Narcotics Anonymous 415.621.8600 www.sfna.org Call for meetings times and locations. ● New Leaf - Services For Our Community 103 Hayes Street (Near Market), San Francisco, CA 415.626.7000 www.newleafservices.org Helps lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and questioning individuals and families of all ages lead healthy and connected lives. Provides professional mental health, support, and substance abuse services to strengthen our diverse community. ● The San Francisco Lesbian/Gay/Bisexual/Transgender Community Center 415.865.5555; www.sfcenter.org Home to a dynamic range of organizations and activities that support the needs of LGBT individuals of every race, gender, age, sexuality and socioeconomic status. ● Smart Recovery 415.673.2848 Self-help meetings (alternative to the 12-step). ● Spectrum Center for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Concerns 415.457.1115; www.spectrumlgbtcenter.org Strengthens, mobilizes and serves LGBT and questioning people in Marin and Sonoma counties; Promotes acceptance, understanding and full inclusion. ● Speed Project 415.788.5433 [email protected] Harm reduction program for gay/bi men. Weekly drop-in group, secondary syringe exchange, community zine and forums. ● The Stonewall Project 3180 18th Street, Suite 202, San Francisco, CA 415.502.1999 www.tweaker.org Harm reduction program for GBTQ men who have questions about speed, want information about speed or want help dealing with speed. ● Walden House Multiservices Center 520 Townsend Street, San Francisco, CA 415.554.1100 www.waldenhouse.org Outpatient, long term, and day treatment for alcohol and drug abuse. SF residents only.

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EAST BAY DOMESTIC VIOLENCE RESOURCES

● Community Violence Solutions 2101 Van Ness St., San Pablo 94806 Phone: 510/ 307-4119 Web site: www.TeenCVS.org Offers 24-hr crisis line available to anyone in need of crisis intervention, info., referral, advocacy and/or counseling.1-(800) 670- 7273 (RAPE). ● STAND! Against Domestic Violence 1410 Danzig Plaza, 2nd floor, Concord, CA, 94524 Phone: 925/676-2845 Crisis Hotline: 888/215-5555 Web site: www.standagainstdv.org Email: [email protected] Provides dating, family and community violence prevention and intervention services. This includes relationship and dating violence classroom and community-based workshops (LGBTQ-inclusive) throughout Contra Costa County, as well as advocacy and counseling for youth affected by family or relationship violence.

SF BAY AREA DOMESTIC VIOLENCE RESOURCES

● CUAV (Community United Against Violence) 170 A Capp Street, San Francisco, CA 94110 Phone: 415/777-5500 24-hr. Crisis Hotline: 415/333-HELP Web site: www.cuav.org CUAV offers a 24-hour confidential, multilingual support line, free counseling, legal advocacy, and emergency assistance (hotel, food, and transportation vouchers) for LGBTQ survivors of domestic violence, hate violence, and sexual assault. ● The Lighthouse Community Center 1217 A Street, Hayward, CA 94541 Phone: 510/881-8167 Web site: http://www.lcchayward.org/ Email: [email protected] Domestic Violence Support Group. ● National Partnership on Sexual Orientation for the National Immigrant Justice Center415.398.2759Fax: 415.398.4635 www.immigrantjustice.org/client/programs/asylumseekers/lgbt.html [email protected] Monitors, documents and mobilizes responses to human rights violations on the basis of sexual orientation, HIV status and gender identity. ● W.o.m.a.n. Inc. 333 Valencia Street, #450 San Francisco, CA 94103-3547 Ph: 415-864-4722 Fax: 415-864-1082; TTY: 415/864-4765 Hotline: 877-384-3578 Email: [email protected] Woman against women violence.

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EAST BAY FINANCIAL/EMPLOYMENT RESOURCES

● Breast Cancer Emergency Fund Women’s Cancer Resource Center of Oakland, CA (Serves CCC & Alameda Residents) Toll Free Help Line: 1-888-421-7900 (English & Spanish) Web site: www.wcrc.org Email: [email protected] Information & Referral Helpline; Resource Library; Multicultural Outreach Program (African Americans, Latinas and other women of color); in-home supportive services; Cultural & Healing Arts Programs, workshops & classes; peer support and referral; and financial assistance to low income women with breast cancer living in Alameda & Contra Costa Counties who are currently in treatment (up to $500.00/year). ● Craigslist www.craigslist.org ● GayJob www.gayjob.biz One of the leading companies representing the gay and lesbian community for job and career placement. Must become a member to search job postings. ● The Genard AIDS Foundation 1630 North Main St #102, Walnut Creek, CA 94596 Web site: www.genard.org Email: support @genard.org Helpline: 925-943-AIDS (2437) The Genard AIDS Foundation provides services, support and education to people in Contra Costa County with HIV/AIDS, their families and loved ones, as they move through the trauma of living with HIV/AIDS, thereby providing them with the capacity to face death with dignity and peace. Services include hospice volunteers, respite care, symptom management, home based care and financial assistance (individual grants requested by case manager, physicians and patient advocates ($100-1,000.00). ● Planetout www.planetout.com Online resource for the queer community with a section on money & careers. ● Positive Resource Center 415.777.0333 www.positiveresource.org Through culturally appropriate counseling, education and advocacy, assists people who are affected by or at risk for HIV/AIDS in making informed choices that maximize available benefits and employment opportunities. (Benefits counseling only for SF County Residents—Employment Services also for Contra Costa Residents.) ● Progayjobs.com www.progayjobs.com Online job and resume search engine ● Visual Aid 116 New Montgomery Street, Suite 640, San Francisco, CA 94105 Ph: 415-777-8242 Fax: 415-777-8240 Email: [email protected] Grants, supplies, and assistance to artists w/AIDS. The mission of Visual Aid is to encourage artists with lifethreatening illnesses to continue their creative work. Visual Aid helps produce, present, and preserve the work of professional artists whose careers are challenged because of a life-threatening illness. We serve professional artists from the nine-county Bay Area, providing artists with direct services from art supplies to exhibitions and career development.

SF BAY AREA INANCIAL/EMPLOYMENT RSOURCES

● Brian McNaught www.brian-mcnaught.com Workplace trainings and writing on gay issues and the workplace. ● Equality Project 415.425.8257 www.equalityproject.org The Equality Project works to support and help monitor the adoption of written employee nondiscrimination policies on sexual orientation and gender identity in the workplace by pressing companies to implement the progressive policies expressed in the Equality Principles (available in twelve languages). ● Lambda Legal Defense & Education Fund www.lambdalegal.org The nation's oldest and largest legal organization working for the civil rights of lesbians, gay men, and people with HIV/AIDS. ● Out and Equal Workplace Advocates www.outandequal.org National organization, headquartered in San Francisco, to address GLBT issues in the workplace. ● Positive Resource Center 785 Market Street, 10th Floor, San Francisco, CA 415.777.0333 Fax: 415.777.1770 www.positiveresource.org Benefits Counseling and Employment Services for people living with HIV/AIDS. Full spectrum of vocational rehabilitation and employment services. ● The San Francisco Lesbian/Gay/Bisexual/Transgender Community Center 1800 Market Street, San Francisco, CA 415.865.5555 www.sfgaycenter.org The Center provides free assistance with job searches, career growth, small business development, financial planning and security. ● San Francisco Mayor's Committee for Employment of Persons with Disabilities www.disability-employment-sf.org

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EAST BAY LEGAL RESOURCES

● AIDS Project Of The East Bay 499 Fifth Street, #306, Oakland, CA 94607 Ph: 510-451-5353 Email: [email protected] Provides legal assistance to HIV+ individuals. Hours: Oakland office open on Mondays and Wednesdays. ALRP is the only institution in the San Francisco Bay Area whose entire mission is dedicated to providing free and low-cost legal assistance and education on virtually any civil matter to persons living with HIV/AIDS. This includes such widely disparate areas as housing, employment, insurance, confidentiality matters, family law, credit, government benefits or public accommodations, to name just a few. This is accomplished through either direct representation of clients by one of ALRP's five attorneys or by careful placement of clients with one of ALRP's 700 panel attorneys. ● East Bay Community Law Center www.ebclc.org This Web site provides a description of their four different service units for HIV/AIDS, Housing, Employment and Income Support and Community Economic Development.

SF BAY LEGAL RESOURCES

● ACLU (American Civil Liberties Union) No. California - Gay and Lesbian Rights Chapter 1663 Mission St., Ste. 460, San Francisco, CA 94103 Phone: 415/621-2493 Web site: www.aclunc.org Acts to ensure that gay rights issues remain in the forefront of the ACLU’s civil liberties agenda. The ACLU works in courts, legislatures and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed to every person in this country by the Constitution and laws of the United States. ● AIDS Legal Referral Panel City and County of San Francisco Human Rights Commission 415.252.2500; www.ci.sf.ca.us/sfhumanrights Provides free and confidential mediation and investigation of complaints about discrimination. ● Lambda Legal Defense & Education Fund www.lambdalegal.org ● Legal Services for Children Phone: 415/863-3762 Web site: www.lsc-sf.org Legal Services for Children provides confidential legal and related social services to young people free of charge. Help with guardianship, education, mental health, foster care issues, emancipation, etc. ● National Center for Lesbian Rights 870 Market St., Ste 570, San Francisco, CA 94102 Phone: 415/392-6257 Web site: www.nclrights.org Email: [email protected] NCLR is a national legal resource center with a primary commitment to advancing the rights and safety of lesbians and their families through a program of litigation, public policy advocacy, free legal advice and counseling, and public education. ● National Partnership on Sexual Orientation for the National Immigration Justice Center. Phone: 415/389-2759 Web site: www.immigrantjustice/client/programs/asylumseekers/lgbt.html Email: [email protected] Monitors, documents & mobilizes responses to human rights violations on the basis of sexual orientation, HIV status & gender identity. ● Transgender Law Center Market Street, Room 823, San Francisco, CA 94102 Phone: 415/865-0176 Web site: www.transgenderlawcenter.org Email: [email protected] Civil rights organization advocating for transgender communities. Connects transgender people and their families to technically sound and culturally competent legal services, increases acceptance and enforcement of laws and policies that support California's transgender communities, and works to change laws and systems that fail to incorporate the needs and experiences of transgender people. ● The Williams Insittute—UCLA School of LAW Web site: www.law.ucla.edu/williamsinstitute/home. Advancing critical thought in the field of sexual orientation law and public policy.

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Social Activities Resources for the East Bay (Contra Costa & Alameda Counties) and the San Francisco Bay Area.

EAST BAY SOCIAL ACTIVITY RESOURCES

● Actively Out www.activelyout.com [email protected], professional development and social events for LGBT professionals of all ages and backgrounds. ● THE BILLYS 707-462-0766 Website: http://www.billyclub.org The mission of the The Billys is to foster community, intimacy and personal exploration among gay, bi and queer men through shared values and heart-centered brotherhood. The Billys have many events during the year including a number of gatherings in rural settings in Northern California as well as pot lucks and heart circles in San Francisco, Sonoma County and the East Bay. ● California Men's Gatherings (CMG) www.thecmg.org Extended weekend retreats in both Northern and Southern California, as well as local activities, workshops, parties, hikes, massage, heart circles. A very diverse group of men. Buddy system for new guys. ● Chiacchieroni: Club di lingua italiana [email protected] An Italian language speaking social group with monthly meetings where people come to socialize and practice their Italian. Meets monthly (usually last Friday) at members' homes to practice speaking Italian and share pot luck refreshments. All ability levels welcome. Email for dates and locations and/or to join. ● The Community Initiative 253-R Market Street, San Francisco, CA 94114 415.820.9606 www.thecommunityinitiative.org [email protected] A socially activist organization of San Francisco queer men bringing the many different communities of gay men together through activism, ongoing activities and events. ● Diablo Dancers PO Box 4423, Walnut Creek, 94596 Phone: 925/945-7949 Web site: www.diablo-dancers.org Email: [email protected] LGBTQ Square Dance club dancing weekly in Contra Costa. Lessons, potlucks, outings, etc. ● DISCOVERY Community, Inc. 2215R Market St, PMB 282 SF, CA 94114 415-419-3559 www.discover-community.org An all volunteer organization whose mission is to provide gay and bisexual men ongoing opportunities for social connection, personal growth, and community development. The organization is committed to being inclusive, and thus strives to keep events affordable to men from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds. Some activities in CCC. ● EAST BAY NETWORK ● http://www.eastbaynetwork.org East Bay Network (EBN) is an active organization dedicated to providing a social environment, activities and information for the adult gay, lesbian, bisexual community of the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond. EBN has over 160 members which includes singles and couples of all ages and ethnicities. With over 100 scheduled events each year, we provide many opportunities for members to interact socially with one another. We also co-sponsor and participate in events with other social groups throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. Some of our annual social events include: Summer pool parties, Year-round potlucks and picnics,Game nights, Weekend camping trips, House boating, White-water rafting, Local theater, arts and museums, and International travel adventures. EBN events are open to members and non-members. ● FIRST FRIDAYS http://groups.yahoo.com/group/eastbayguys If you would like to receive a reminder of the “First Friday” social gatherings for gay men in the East Bay, plus an occasional reminder of other events in the East Bay that build community among gay men here, go to the following Yahoo group site and join up (this is a moderated group-your email address is hidden and the list is used for no other purpose) FYI, this is a separate group from East Bay Gay Guys Parties and they have completely separate email lists. ● Gay Asian Pacific Alliance 415.282.GAPA www.gapa.org Dedicated to furthering the interests of gay and bisexual Asian/Pacific Islanders by creating awareness, developing a positive collective identity and establishing a supportive community. Many local events and activities are offered. ● GAY FUTURE DADS Call Lee Tierney at 510-337-1533 for info. Gay Future Dads (GFD) is a social group for gay men interested in parenting. GFD consists primarily of single men, as well as couples, considering having children or who already have children. GFD meets every other month at members’ homes in a casual atmosphere to share information and socialize. ● HUSBANDS OUT TO THEIR WIVES Contact Ken at [email protected] for more info. Husbands Out to their Wives (HOW) Is a support group for married Gay or Bisexual men who either have or intend to come out to their wives. The only requirement is that a husband has made a commitment to themselves that it is necessary both for their personal well-being and absolute honesty with their wives to come out as a Gay or Bisexual man. ● MAX (Men's Associated Exchange) www.maxonline.org Fraternal organization dedicated to providing fun, open, diverse and welcoming community through social and philanthropic events. Regular TGIF cocktail parties. Meets in San Francisco and around the Bay area. ● Midlife Gay Men 866.668.4634 [email protected] Support and social activities for men 50+. ● Oaktown 8's PO Box 1370, El Cerrito, CA 94530 Ph: 510-232-4264 ext: 16 Email: [email protected] GLBT square dance club. ● Q Comedy in SF & Worldwide www.io.com/~larrybob/sanfran.html Radical Faerieswww.radfae.orgGay men who look for a spiritual dimension to our sexuality; many of us are healers of one kind or another. Our shared values include feminism, respect for the Earth, and individual responsibility rather than hierarchy. Many of us are Pagan (nature-based religion). ● Regular guys www.regularguys.org [email protected] Regular guys is a sports and social group for masculine gay and bi men in the San Francisco Bay Area ● SF Bay Area LARK Rail Fansc/o Prime Timers PO Box 426741, San Francisco, CA 94142 415.552.6641 Association of gay men with interests in all forms of rail transportation. Monthly activities. ● Trikone www.trikone.org Supportive empowering and non-judgmental environment where LGBT South Asians can meet, make connections, and proudly promote awareness and acceptance.

SF BAY AREA SOCIAL ACTIVITY RESOURCES

● Actively Out www.activelyout.com [email protected] Networking, professional development and social events for LGBT professionals of all ages and backgrounds. ● Bears of San Francisco www.bosf.org/woof/home Non-profit organization serving the Bay Area Bear community. Information about BOSF, local Bear-related events and activities as well as tourist and visitor information. ● Billy DeFrank Lesbian and Gay Community Center 408.293.2429; www.defrank.org Provides community, leadership, advocacy, support and services to the Silicon Valley LGBT community and their allies. Programs include social activities, youth leadership development, nutritious lunches for seniors, support groups, individual counseling and HIV testing. ● Castro Country Club 405 18th Street (off Castro), San Francisco, CA 415.552.6102 www.castrocountryclub.org [email protected] A place where people meet, hang out, and socialize in an alternative atmosphere to the bar scene. ● Castro Lions Club San Francisco www.castrolionsclubsf.org Lesbian and Gay chapter of Lions international. Public membership foundation of men and women devoted to community service. Visitors always welcome. ● The Community Initiative 253-R Market Street, San Francisco, CA 94114 415.820.9606 www.thecommunityinitiative.org [email protected] A socially activist organization of San Francisco queer men bringing the many different communities of gay men together through activism, ongoing activities and events. ● Discovery Community www.discovery-community.org Opportunities for gay and bisexual men to develop a strong sense of community and to experience personal growth in a non-judgmental atmosphere through weekend retreats, local events and social activities. ● Diversity Center Santa Cruz, CA 831.425.5422; www.diversitycenter.org Offers a drop-in safe space, peer groups, potlucks, job and housing referrals, business and resource information, a lending library and more. ● Freewheelers Car Club www.thefreewheelers.org Meets monthly for car cruises, shows, tech meets, holiday party for the fun of owning, restoring and enjoying vintage cars. ● Gay Asian Pacific Alliance 415.282.GAPA www.gapa.org Dedicated to furthering the interests of gay and bisexual Asian/Pacific Islanders by creating awareness, developing a positive collective identity and establishing a supportive community. Many local events and activities are offered ● KidSpace at the Center 415.865.5555; www.sfcenter.org/kidspace.php KidSpace is the San Francisco Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Community Center’s free, high-quality drop-in childcare service. In addition to childcare on evenings and weekends, KidSpace brings fun and educational programming to the bay area’s LGBT families. ● Leathermen's Discussion Group 415.820.1598 www.sfldg.org Events and programs for men interested in BDSM, fetish, kink and leathersex. ● MAX (Men's Associated Exchange) www.maxonline.org Fraternal organization dedicated to providing fun, open, diverse and welcoming community through social and philanthropic events. Regular TGIF cocktail parties. Meets in San Francisco and around the Bay area. ● Men of Discipline PO Box 14834, San Francisco, CA 94114 www.menofdiscipline.org/commandcentral.html [email protected] An alternative Leather and Uniform Fraternity for gay men who are serious about BDSM, the Leather Lifestyle, and who practice discipline in their daily lives. ● Midlife Gay Men 866.668.4634 [email protected] Support and social activities for men 50+. ● Pacific Friends of San Francisco www.pacificfriends.org Social organization advocating friendship and cross-cultural understanding amongst gay Asians/Pacific Islanders ● Positive Images 707.568.5830; www.posimages.org Provides advocacy, support and information to gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgendered and questioning youth and young adults age 12 to 25. Its mission is to nurture a positive self image and foster clear understanding of diversity in sexual and gender identity. ● Qnection www.Qnection.org A volunteer run, self-funded and independent San Francisco activities and discussion group for gay, bi, trans, queer, and questioning men in their 20s and 30s. ● QuickTricks Bridge Club 150 Eureka Street, San Francisco, CA 415.824.6848 www.quicktricks.org Meets Mon and Tues evenings. Open to all players ● Radical Faeries www.radfae.org Gay men who look for a spiritual dimension to our sexuality; many of us are healers of one kind or another. Our shared values include feminism, respect for the Earth, and individual responsibility rather than hierarchy. Many of us are Pagan (nature-based religion). ● San Francisco Gay Culture Club groups.yahoo.com/group/sfgaycultureclub For gay men 21-35 wanting to explore the Bay Area arts scene. Trips to the symphony, opera, concerts, musicals, museums, theatres, movies or just enjoy conversations over coffee. ● San Francisco Kindred Nudists www.skins.ccSKINs is a non-sexual, gay, gay-friendly, & bisexual nudists club for men. ● San Francisco Lesbian/Gay/Bisexual/Transgender Community Center 415.865.5555; www.sfcenter.org Home to a dynamic range of organizations and activities that support the needs of LGBT individuals of every race, gender, age, sexuality and socioeconomic status. ● San Francisco Leather and Bear www.sfleatherandbear.com Online resource for leathermen and bears. Information and entertainment resources, links to Leather, Motorcycle and Uniform Clubs and details on events and activities of interest to leathermen and bears. ● Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence www.thesisters.org Order of queer nuns devoted to community service, ministry and outreach to those on the edges, and to promoting human rights, respect for diversity and spiritual enlightenment. Many local events all year. ● SNAP (San Francisco Newcomers' Assistance Program) LGBT Center, 1800 Market Street, San Francisco, CA 415.865.5615 [email protected] Buddy program, referrals, counseling, workshops and forums for gay and bi men who are new to San Francisco. ● Spectrum Center for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Concerns 415.457.1115; www.spectrumlgbtcenter.org Strengthens, mobilizes and serves LGBT and questioning people in Marin and Sonoma counties; promotes acceptance, understanding and full inclusion. ● Strength in Numbers (SIN) www.sinsf.org Connecting poz guys together in fun, joyous events. Also provides a safe space where members share information about medical and HIV services and medications, and even a little gossip to keep things light. ● TransGender San Francisco 415.839.9448; www.tgsf.org Provides a safe setting and support services for transgender people and educational materials for the transgender community and the general public. ● Thriving - Thriving in SF www.thrivinginsf.com email: [email protected] http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/thriving A bunch of folks who believe that not talking about HIV has isolated a lot of people and done damage. So they've decided to find creative ways to change that.

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Recreational and Sports Resources for the East Bay (Contra Costa & Alameda Counties) and the San Francisco Bay Area.

EAST BAY RECREATIONAL & SPORTS RESOURCES PAGE

● Gay Games

❍ Sports Networks for the San Francisco Bay AreaFederation Of Gay Games 415.695.0222 www.gaygames.com A quadrennial athletic and cultural event that brings together people from around the world. Welcomes all people without regard to their sexual orientation, gender, race, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, political belief, physical ability, athletic/artistic ability, or HIV status.

❍ Team San Francisco www.teamsf.org Provides a local sports network for San Francisco bay area gay athletes and helps coordinate participation in the Gay Games. Yahoo Group: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/teamsf/

● Dancing

❍ Diablo Dancers PO Box 4423, Walnut Creek, 94596 Phone: 925/945-7949 Web site: www.diablo-dancers.org Email: [email protected] Gay/Lesbian Square Dance Club in Contra Costa. Lessons, dances, and social events.

❍ El Camino Reelers www.reelers.org El Camino Reelers is a modern Western Square Dance club, formed by lesbians and gays for the purposes of meeting people, having fun, and learning to square dance.

❍ Foggy City Dancers PO Box 14324, San Francisco, CA 94114 Ph: 415-652-0240 Email: [email protected] GLBT country line dance club.

❍ Northern California Queer Partner Dancing Community www.queerdance.com Here you can find a same sex dance partner, see what's happening all over the Bay Area, find a dance class, learn how to prepare for a competition, find a new instructor, or just meet some new dancers in the forums.

● Cheerleading

❍ Cheer SF 415.995.2195 www.cheersf.org [email protected]/dance/stunt/gymnastic

● Cycling

❍ Different Spokes San Francisco Bicycle Club www.dssf.org Organized road and off-road rides.

● Diving

❍ Northern California Rainbow Divers www.rainbowdivers.org [email protected] A non-profit scuba diving club for LGBT divers and their friends in the SF Bay Area.

● Hiking

❍ San Francisco Bay Area Gay & Lesbian Sierrans (GLS) 2530 San Pablo Avenue, Suite I, Berkeley, CA 415.281.5666 sfbay.sierraclub.org/GLS/info_GLS.html An outings and conservation club for gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgendered people, and our friends, that is an official activities section of the Bay Chapter of the Sierra Club. GLS/Bay Chapter

❍ San Francisco Hiking Club www.sfhiking.com Opportunities to explore and enjoy the outdoors for the community of gays and lesbians, bisexuals, transgender people and their friends.

● Ice Hockey

❍ Earthquakes Ice Hockey Club www.sfquakes.com Earthquakes Ice Hockey Club is home of the Bay Area’s only co-ed gay, lesbian, and gay-friendly ice hockey teams. (San Francisco, CA)

● Running

❍ EAST BAY FRONT RUNNERS AND WALKERs A group of lesbians, gay men (LGBTIQ) and friends who run in thrillingly scenic locations on the East Bay side of the San Francisco Bay every Saturday morning @ 9 am followed by brunch. www.eastbayfrontrunners.org

● Square Dancing

SF BAY AREA RECREATIONAL & SPORTS RESOURCES

● Gyms with a Large Gay Clientele

❍ Crunch Fitness - Polk/Van Ness 1000 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco, CA 415.931.1100 www.crunch.com

❍ Gold's Gym San Francisco - Castro 2301 Market Street, San Francisco, CA 415.626.4488 www.goldsgym.com

❍ The Gym SF - Castro 2275 Market Street, San Francisco, CA 415.863.4700 www.thegymsf.com

❍ Gold's Gym San Francisco - SOMA 1001 Brannan Street, San Francisco, CA 415.552.4653 www.goldsgym.com

❍ 24 Hour Fitness - Polk/Van Ness 1200 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco, CA 415.776.2200 www.24hourfitness.com

❍ 24 Hour Fitness - Castro 2145 Market Street, San Francisco, CA 415.864.0822 www.24hourfitness.com

❍ World Gym - (SOMA/Potrero) 290 DeHaro Street (at 16th), San Francisco, CA 415.703.9650 www.worldgym.com

● Sports Networks for the San Francisco Bay Area

❍ Federation Of Gay Games 415.695.0222 www.gaygames.com A quadrennial athletic and cultural event that brings together people from around the world. Welcomes all people without regard to their sexual orientation, gender, race, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, political belief, physical ability, athletic/artistic ability, or HIV status.

● Dancing

❍ Same Sex Swing Dance Parties 1830 17th Street, San Francisco, CA 415.252.9000 www.metronomedancecenter.com

❍ Sundance Saloon/Sundance Association 550 Barneveld Street, San Francisco, CA 94107-1905 Ph: 415-820-1403 Email: [email protected] $8 cover charge. Dance instructions from 6-7:30 PM

❍ Queer Ballroom Dancing 151 Potrero Ave., San Francisco, CA 94103 415.305.8242 www.QueerBallroom.com [email protected] Providing low cost dance education to the Same Sex Dance Community.

● Basketball

❍ San Francisco Gay Basketball www.gaybasketball.com/sf Open court every Sunday

● Cheerleading

❍ Cheer SF 415.995.2195 www.cheersf.org [email protected] Cheer/dance/stunt/gymnastic

● Cycling

❍ Different Spokes San Francisco Bicycle Club www.dssf.org Organized road and off-road rides.

● Diving

❍ Northern California Rainbow Divers www.rainbowdivers.org [email protected] A non-profit scuba diving club for LGBT divers and their friends in the SF Bay Area.

● Flag Football

❍ San Francisco Piranhas Flag Football 415.441.7760 650.877.8642 [email protected]

❍ The Crash, Southbay, CA [email protected] (contact John Chen)

● Hiking

❍ San Francisco Hiking Club www.sfhiking.com Opportunities to explore and enjoy the outdoors for the community of gays and lesbians, bisexuals, transgender people and their friends.

● Ice Hockey

❍ San Francisco Earthquakes Ice Hockey www.sfquakes.com

● Martial Arts

❍ International Association of Gay and Lesbian Martial Artists 415.563.1655 415.701.0404 [email protected]

❍ Triangle TaeKwonDo Club / Triangle Martial Arts Association 415.992.5591 www.triangletkd.org [email protected] Martial arts in the Castro

● Pool / Billiards

❍ San Francisco Pool Association www.sfpapool.org

● Racquetball

❍ Bay Area Racquetball 415.641.5211 [email protected] Bay Area Racquetball welcomes all skill levels and is open to men and women.

● Rock Climbing

❍ Stonewall Climbers Sport/Rock Climbing 415.609.0698415.501.1383 [email protected]

● Rodeo

❍ Bay Area Rodeo www.bayarearodeo.com [email protected]

● Rugby

❍ San Francisco Fog RFC www.sffog.org

● Rowing ❍ San Francisco Bay Blades Rowing Club www.sfbayblades.com [email protected] Association of lesbian and gay rowers and coxswains from all over the SF Bay Area.

● Running

❍ Bay Area Distance Runners 415.626.1380 [email protected] Sunday morning runs.

❍ BayLands FrontRunners Palo Alto, CA 408.984.4076 www.baylands.org [email protected]

❍ San Francisco FrontRunners 415.978.2429 www.sffrontrunners.org Competitive and Non-competitive runs, social walking

● Skiing

❍ SAGA North Ski and Snowboarding Club www.saganorth.com SAGA North is the San Francisco Bay Area's Gay and Lesbian ski, snowboard and recreation club organizing outdoor activities for skiers and snowboarders.

● Soccer

❍ San Francisco Spikes Soccer Gay Men's Soccer team. 415.621.4854 www.sfspikes.com

● Softball

❍ SF Gay Softball League 415.436.0707 www.sfgsl.org Open to men, women, mixed league. All levels.

● Square Dancing

❍ Foggy City Dancers www.foggycity.org Foggy City Dancers is one of three gay and lesbian-oriented square dance clubs within the City of San Francisco.

❍ Midnight Squares PO Box 14483, San Francisco, CA 94114 Email: admin@@midnightsquares.org GLBL square dance club.

❍ Western Star Dancers 584 Castro Street, PMB #480, San Francisco, CA 94114-2594 Ph: 415-269-3287 Email: [email protected] G/L Square dancing.

● Swimming

❍ Tsunami Masters Swim Club www.sftsunami.org Swimmers of all abilities over age of 19.

● Tennis

❍ Gay & Lesbian Tennis Federation www.gltf.org

● Volleyball ❍ Southbay Volleyball www.sbvbc.org

● Water Polo

❍ SF Tsunami Water Polo www.tsunamipolo.org [email protected]

● Wrestling

❍ Golden Gate Wrestling Club 415.821.2991 www.ggwc.org Open to men and women, all levels. Novices welcome.

NATIONAL RECREATIONAL & SPORTS RESOURCES

● Federation of Gay Games www.gaygames.org The quadrennial games help to empower LGBT athletes through fellowship and friendly competition.

● National Gay Basketball Association (NGBA) www.ngbaus.com

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The Arts Resources for the East Bay (Contra Costa & Alameda Counties) and the San Francisco Bay Area.

EAST BAY AREA ARTS RESOURCES

● Oakland East Bay Gay Men's Chorus 360 Grand Avenue, PMB 103, Oakland, CA 94610 Hotline: 800-706-2389 Email: [email protected] Gay men's chorus ● Gay Classical Musicians [email protected] Informal gatherings for sight-reading and performance by instrumentalists and singers. ● San Francisco Gay Culture Club groups.yahoo.com/group/sfgaycultureclub For gay men 21-35 wanting to explore the Bay Area arts scene. Trips to the symphony, opera, concerts, musicals, museums, theatres, movies or just enjoy conversations over coffee.

SF BAY AREA ARTS RESOURCES

● Brava! For Women In The Arts 2781 24th Street, San Francisco, CA 94110 Ph: 415-641-7657 Fax: 415-641-7684 Feminist and lesbian theater ● Colla Voce 1316 Taylor Street, San Francisco, CA 94108-1014 Ph: 415-508-5787 Email: [email protected] Men's choral ensemble ● Femina Potens 2199 Market Street, San Francisco, CA 94114 Ph: 415-864-1558 Email: [email protected] Art gallery dedicated to women and transgender artists ● Frameline 415.703.8650; www.frameline.org Supports, develops and promotesLGBT and queer visibility through media arts. ● Golden Gate Gay Men's Chorus 116 Eureka Street San Francisco, CA 94114- Ph: 415-668-4462 Email: [email protected] Gay Men's Chorus. ● Lesbian And Gay Bands Association PO Box 14172, San Francisco, CA 94114-0172 Email: [email protected] Coordinates GLBT bands across the country. ● Lesbian/Gay Chorus of San Francisco 415.295.4469; www.lgcsf.org Open to lesbian, gay, bisexual, straight, and transgender people who love to sing. Seeks to build and enrich the LGBT community through the universal language of music. ● Male Figure Drawing 1229 Folsom Street, San Francisco, CA mchester.best.vwh.net/draw.html [email protected] Classical nude modeling for sketchers of all skill levels in an intimate /soma home/studio. Non-competitive, comfortable and relaxed. The group meets every Tues, 7-9:30pm, Monthly Sat afternoon of long poses. ● New Conservatory Theatre Center, Pride Season 415.861.8972; www.nctcsf.org A performing arts complex of three theaters, rehearsal studios and an art gallery. Pride Season is now entering its 10th year of subscriber-based gay theater. ● Out On A Clef San Francisco, CA 94101-1014 Email: [email protected] Lesbian A Cappella Quartet ● Rainbow Women’s Chorus San Jose, CA Web site: http://www.rainbowwomen.org/ Rainbow Women’s Chorus performs publicly for the entertainment, education, and cultural enrichment of the Bay Area community, singing to enhance the esteem of all women, to celebrate diversity, and to promote peace and freedom. ● San Francisco Gay Culture Club groups.yahoo.com/group/sfgaycultureclub For gay men 21-35 wanting to explore the Bay Area arts scene. Trips to the symphony, opera, concerts, musicals, museums, theatres, movies or just enjoy conversations over coffee. ● San Francisco Lesbian And Gay Freedom Band 584 Castro Street, #841, San Francisco, CA 94114 Ph: 415-255-1355 Email: [email protected] GLBT marching band ● San Francisco Gay Men’s Chorus 415.865.2787; www.sfgmc.org An award-winning ensemble that celebrates gay pride through musical excellence. ● San Francisco Lesbian/Gay Freedom Band 415.255.1355; www.sflgfb.org The first openly LGBT/intersex/queer/questioning music organization in the world. Performs formal concerts, marches in parades, and performs at civic and special events. ● San Francisco Pride Parade 415.864.0831; www.sfpride.org Educates the world, commemorates LGBT heritage, celebrates LGBT culture and liberates LGBT people. ● Pansy Division PO Box 460885, San Francisco, CA 94146 Email: [email protected] Queer rock group ● Queer Cultural Center www.queerculturalcenter.org A multidisciplinary arts–presenting organization that conducts artistic and interpretive programs exploring issues of queer identity. ● QueLaCo (Queer Latina/o Artists Coalition) www.quelaco.org Latino/Latina LGBT artists dedicated to promoting the arts within our diverse community. ● Sisters Of Perpetual Indulgence 584 Castro Street, #392, San Francisco, CA 94114-2594 Ph: 415-820-9697 Theatrical troupe ● Theatre Rhinoceros 2926 16th Street, San Francisco, CA 94103 Ph: 415-552-4100 Fax: 415-558-9044 Hotline: 415-861-5079 Email: [email protected] Queer theater company ● Voices: Lesbian Choral Ensemble 510.486.8984; www.lesbian.org/voices An all-lesbian singing ensemble that promotes both lesbian visibility and musical excellence.

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Organizational Policy Resources for the East Bay (Contra Costa & Alameda Counties) and the San Francisco Bay Area.

June declared Pride Month by CCC Board of Supervisors http://cchs/Yips/SiteViewerHTML.aspx?SiteName=HSD

Health Services Department: Pride Initiative Launches June is LGBTQQI (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Questioning and Intersex) Pride Month and I am delighted to announce the launching of our Reducing Health Disparities’ Pride Initiative. This is the second focused effort RHD has launched, the first being the African American Health Initiative. Currently in the planning stage, the official October 2009 Pride launch will explore what barriers and supports there are for LGBTQQI patients/clients/consumers and how we can improve and enhance our services. This launch comes at an ideal time when we must speak out against homophobia and find new and better ways to deliver equitable care and support our diverse workforce. —William B. Walker, MD http://cchealth.org/groups/health_services/pdf/directors_report_2009_06.pdf

Contra Costa County Mental Health Division’s Reducing Health Disparities Workgroup establishes LGBTQ Sub-Committee June 2009. County employees, Contractors, and community members are being recruited. Contact Co-Chair: Tony Sanders, PhD ([email protected]) for more information.

● Policy Statements ❍ American Psychological Association Policy Statements on Lesbian & Gay Issues. Search for Statements at Website: www.apa.org ❍ LGBT Mental Health Recommendations for Policies & Services (UPenn Collaboration on Community Integration and National Alliance on Mental Illness) July 2009 Search for article at Website: www.nami.org ❍ Association of Gay & Lesbian Psychiatrists Position Statements. Search for Position Statements at Website: www.aglp.org ❍ National Committee on Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Issues Search for Position Statements at Website: www.socialworkers.org ❍ Policy Institute of the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force Outing Age: Public Policy Issues Affecting Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender Elders: www.thetaskforce.org

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EAST BAY EDUCATION RESOURCES

● Berkeley Public Library 510.981.6100; www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org ● Gender Equity Resource Center, U.C. Berkeley 510.642.4786; http://geneq.berkeley.edu Provides events, programs, services and resource information (particularly for college students) that increase knowledge, awareness and understanding of gender, sexual orientation, sex and gender identity, relationship violence, sexual violence, and bias-related incidents. Most events are free and open to the public. ● Piedmont Avenue Branch Library, Oakland Public Library 510.597.5011; www.oaklandlibrary.org Has the largest collection of LGBT materials in the East Bay

SF BAY AREA EDUCATION RESOURCES

● California Safe Schools Coalition 160 - 14th Street San Francisco, CA 94103 415-626-1680 www.casafeschools.org Statewide coalition to promote safer schools and to implement the California Student Safety and Violence Prevention Act. Provides advocacy, training and research. ● City College of San Francisco Gay/Lesbian/Bisexual/Transgender Studies Department 415.239.3876; www.ccsf.edu/Departments The first academic department in the United States dedicated to LGBT/queer studies. Provides diverse accredited courses in life skills, art, history, psychology, relationships, community and theater. ● The Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender Historical Society of Northern California 415.777.5455; www.glbthistory.org Collects, preserves, exhibits and otherwise makes available to the public historical, cultural and artistic materials related to the identities and practices of the LGBT community and other sexual minorities. ● GSA Network – Gay, Straight Alliance (GSA) Network 1550 Bryant Street, Suite 800 San Francisco, CA 94103 415-552-4229 www.gsanetwork.org Youth-led organization to provide networking and support for GSAs. Youth conferences, advocacy and training. ● The James C. Hormel Gay and Lesbian Center, Main Branch, San Francisco Public Library 415.557.4499; www.sfpl.org Devoted specifically to the documentation of LGBT culture. ● Open Enterprises/Good Vibrations 415.974.8990, 800.289.8423; www.goodvibes.com A cooperative providing access to accurate sex information and to sex toys, books and videos to promote healthy attitudes about sex. ● San Francisco State University Queer Alliance The Cesar Chavez Student Center, Mezzanine Level 415-338-1952 www.queeralliancesfsu.org ● San Francisco State University, Gay, Lesbian and Bisexual Studies Program 415.405.3570 Strives to analyze meanings associated with homosexuality in various contexts. Examines mixed-gender and cross gender roles and practices. ● Youth Trans & Intersex Education Services (Youth TIES) http://www.youthgenderproject.org/ Youth Trans & Intersex Education Services (Youth TIES) is a youth-led organization advocating or, addressing the challenges of, and educating the trans, gender-variant, intersex and Questioning (TGIQ) youth in the San Francisco Bay Area. (San Francisco, CA) NATIONAL EDUCATION RESOURCES

● GLSEN – Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network 121 West 27th Street, Suite 804 New York, NY 10001 212-727-0135 www.glsen.org National organization for advocacy and information to promote safer schools. National conference, online resources and bookstore.

● Safe Schools Coalition 2124 Fourth Ave. Seattle, WA 98121 (206) 632-0662 x49 www.safeschoolscoalition.org Coalition to provide school advocacy, training, resources and research to promote safer schools.

● Gender Spectrum Education and Training Provides comprehensive training for schools and organizations working with children and teens. Training includes complete education on gender identity and gender expression for teachers, administrators, parents, and students. Guidance to help organizations develop inclusive policy. www.genderspectrum.org

● National Conference for Families with Gender Variant and Transgender Children and Teens www.genderodysseyfamily.com

RESEARCH INSTITUTES

● César E. Chávez Institute San Francisco State University 3004 - 16th St. #301 San Francisco, CA 94103 415-522-5879 email: [email protected] website: www.cci.sfsu.edu The César E. Chávez Institute is a research and training institute affiliated with the College of Ethnic Studies at San Francisco State University (SFSU). The CCI studies the impact of social oppression on the health, education, and well being of disenfranchised communities in the U.S., and uses participatory research methods to promote empowerment, community development and positive social change. The CCI provides internships and training for students and promotes faculty research development.

● National Sexuality Resource Center 2017 Mission Street, Suite 300 San Francisco, CA 94110 415-437-5121 email: [email protected] www.nsrc.sfsu.edu The National Sexuality Resource Center is a sexuality information center affiliated with the Human Sexuality Studies Program at San Francisco State University (SFSU). The Center collects and disseminates the latest information and research on sexual health, education, and rights to advocates, academics, researchers, policy makers, and diverse communities throughout the U.S. and collaborates with other sexuality resource centers in Nigeria, India and Brazil.

RESEARCH & PUBLICATIONS Several web sites provide valuable information and resources such as educational brochures, tool kits, and training materials about working with LGBTQQI people and their families.

● Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Questioning, or Family Focus ❍ Advocates for Youth ww.advocatesforyouthorg/glbtq.htm ❍ American Psychological Association www.apa.org/topics/orientation.html ❍ American Psychological Association www.apa.org/pi/lgbc/publications/justthefacts.html ❍ CWLA Best Practice Guidelines: Serving LGBT Youth in Out-of-Home Care by Shannan Wilber, Caitlin Ryan, & Judy Marsamer ❍ Child Welfare League of America www.cwla.org/programs/culture/glbtq.htm ❍ Family Acceptance Project: Resources for Families & Professionals www.familyproject.sfsu.edu/ ❍ Family Equality Council www.familyequality.org/index.html ❍ The Family Institute (HIV/AIDS publications) www.thefenwayinstitue.org ❍ For Parents of Gay Children, Can We Understand? Choose on-line brochures at Website: www.outproud.org ❍ Gay and Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation www.glaad.org ❍ Gay and Lesbian Medical Association www.glma.org ❍ Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network www.glsen.org/cig-bin/iowa/all/home/index.html ❍ GLBT National Help Center, National Youth Talkline www.glnh.org/talkline/index.html ❍ NAMI GLBT Resources www.nami.org/glbt ❍ The National Coalition for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgnder Youth www.outproud.org www.transproud.com/index.html ❍ The National Coalition for LGBT Health www.lgbthealth.net ❍ National Gay & Lesbian Task Force (NGLTF) www.thetaskforce.org ❍ National Youth Advocacy Coalition www.nyacyouth.org/nyac/resources.html ❍ Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians & Gays www.pflag.org ❍ Safe Schools Coalition www.safeschoolscoalition.org/safe.htmnl ❍ Youth and AIDS Projects www.yapmn.com/index.php ❍ Youth Resources www.youthresource.com ● Transgender and Intersex Focus ❍ American Psychological Association www.apa.org/topics/transgender.html www.apa.org/topics/intersx.html ❍ The Transgender Child—A Handbook for Families & Professionals by “Gender Spectrum” founder & national gender specialist Stephanie Brill. www.genderspectrum.org ❍ CWLA Best Practice Guidelines: Serving LGBT Youth in Out-of-Home Care by Shannan Wilber, Caitlin Ryan, & Judy Marsamer ● Two-Spirit Focus ❍ NorthEast Two-Spirit Society www.ne2ss.org ❍ The Red Circle Project www.apla.org/native_american/RCP ● Spanish Language Focus ❍ Ambientejoven www.ambientejoven.org ❍ American Psychological Association www.apa.org/topics/orientation.html ❍ Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation www.glaad.org/espanol/bienvenido.php ● Education Focus ❍ Just the Facts About Sexual Orientation & Youth: A Primer for Principals, Educations & School Personnel Search for at Website: www.apa.org

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● Publications by UPenn Collaborative on Community Integration & National Alliance for the Mentally Ill (NAMI) ❍ GLBT Mental Health: Recommendations for Policies & Services, 7/09 ❍ The Companion Guide: A Mental Health Recovery & Community Integration Guide for GLBTQI Individuals--What You Need to Know, 7/09 ■ Search for at Website: www.nami.org

● Publications by the Association of Gay and Lesbian Psychiatrists: GLB Issues ❍ Pedophilia & Homosexuality ❍ Suicidal Behavior in GLB Youth ■ Search for at Website: www.aglp.org

● APA Publications ❍ Lesbian & Gay Parenting—A Resource for Psychologists ❍ Guidelines for Psychotherapy with Lesbian, Gay & Bisexual Clients ❍ Just the Facts About Sexual Orientation & Youth: A Primer for Principals, Educations & School Personnel ❍ Answers to Your Questions About Individuals with Intersex Conditions ❍ Answers to Your Questions About Transgender Individuals and Gender Identity ■ Search for at Website: www.apa.org

● SAMHSA Publications ❍ Quick Guide for Clinicians: Based on A Provider’s Introduction to Substance Abuse Treatment for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Individuals. ❍ Quick Guide for Clinicians Based on Tip 37, Substance Abuse Treatment for Persons with HIV AIDS. ■ Search for at Website: www.ncadi.samhsa.gov or www.kapisamhsa.gov

● Providing Services & Supports for Youth Who are Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Questioning, Intersex, or Two-Spirit ❍ http://www11.georgetown.edu/research/gucchd/NCCC/documents/lgbtqi2s.pdf

● Family Project Publications ❍ Best Practice Guidelines for Serving LGBT Youth in Out of Home Care 92006) ❍ Family Rejection as a Prediction of Negative Health Outcomes in White, Latino Lesbian, Gay & Bisexual Young Adults (Jan, 2009) ■ www.familyproject.sfsu.edu/

● Guidelines for Care of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender patients ❍ www.glma.org

● Poverty in the Lesbian, Gay & Bisexual Community. Albelda, et. Al. 3/2009 ❍ www.law.ucla.edu/williamsinstitute/home.html

● The Fenway Guide to Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Health. Appendix A: Resources for Clinicians and Patients ❍ http://wwws.acponline.org/acp_press/fenway/

● Diagnosing Difference (Trans Affirmative Health Care) ❍ by Annalise Ophellian, PhD ❍ http://www.gidthemovie.com/index.html

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EAST BAY PROFESSIONAL RESOURCES

● Actively Out www.activelyout.com [email protected] Networking, professional development and social events for LGBT professionals of all ages and backgrounds.

● Ally Action 925.685.5480; www.allyaction.org Educates teachers, students, administrators and the public at large, striving to ensure that safe, inclusive and effective for all, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity/expression.

● East Bay Voice 510.271.1814; www.eastbayvoice.org Supports local LGBT business owners and professionals with a monthly open house, a monthly newsletter and professional development groups. Offers an East Bay LGBT business directory.

SF BAY PROFESSIONAL RESOURCES

● Bay Area Lawyers for Individual Freedom (BALIF) 415.865.5620; www.balif.org Founded in 1980, BALIF is the nation’s oldest and largest bar association of lesbians, gay men, bisexuals and transgender persons, representing its members’ interests in the San Francisco Bay Area. Membership is open to anyone with a shared interest in LGBT issues.

● Gay & Lesbian Medical Association 459 Fulton Street, Suite 107, San Francisco, CA 415.255.4547 www.glma.org For twenty years, the Gay And Lesbian Medical Association has worked to maximize the quality of health services for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people and to foster a professional climate in which our diverse members can reach their full potential.

● GAYLESTA (Gay and Lesbian Therapist Association) 584 Castro Street, #230 San Francisco, CA 94114 510-433-9939 www.gaylesta.org Therapist referrals, education, consultation and networking for LGBTQ therapists in the greater bay area.

● GGBA (Golden Gate Business Association) 415.865.5545; www.ggba.com The nation’s first business organization founded by gay and lesbian entrepreneurs; a dynamic and active voice for the Bay Area’s LGBT and supportive business and professional community.

● GLSEN (Gay, Lesbian And Straight Education Network, San Francisco/East Bay) 925.685.5480 www.glsen-sfeb.org Strives to assure that each member of every school community is valued and respected, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity/expression. Educates teachers, students, administrators and the public at large about the damaging effects of homophobia and heterosexism on youth and adults alike. ● MAX Men’s Associated Exchange www.maxonline.org A gay men’s social and philanthropic organization that support a positive identity in the community through activities that create an environment of fellowship and camaraderie.

● Out and Equal Workplace Advocates 415.694.6500; www.outandequal.org Champions safe and equitable workplaces for LGBT people. Advocates building and strengthening successful organizations that value all employees, customers and communities.

● Valley Rainbow Pages 510.271.1814; www.vrp.info Online and print directory of businesses and services, meeting the needs of the LGBT community

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