The Queer Resource Center (QRC) at Claremont Graduate University (CGU) is a collaborative initiative serving the LGBTQ+ community across the Claremont Colleges, including CGU, Claremont McKenna College, Harvey Mudd College, Keck Graduate Institute, Pitzer College, Pomona College, and Scripps College. Visit the QRC at the Claremont Colleges
Services and Resources
- Educational Programs: The QRC provides workshops, seminars, and training sessions focused on topics such as sexual orientation, gender identity, and expression to promote understanding and inclusivity within the campus community.
- Support Services: Confidential support and counseling are available for individuals navigating challenges related to their LGBTQ+ identities, ensuring a safe and affirming environment.
- Trans and Nonbinary Resources: The QRC offers specific support for trans and nonbinary students, including guidance on name and pronoun updates within the colleges and access to gender-affirming resources.
- Annual Programs and Events: Regular events such as Pride celebrations, awareness weeks, and community-building activities are organized to foster a sense of belonging and visibility for LGBTQ+ individuals.
- Resource Library: A collection of books, films, and materials related to LGBTQ+ topics is available for educational and personal development.
- Safe Space for Meetings and Gatherings: The QRC provides a welcoming physical space for students to meet, study, and engage in community activities.
Local Community Resources
In addition to the QRC, several local organizations offer support and services to the LGBTQ+ community:
The LGBTQ Center of Long Beach
- Address: 2017 E. 4th Street, Long Beach, CA 90814
- Focus: Offers mental health counseling, youth programs, support groups, and community events to advance equity and inclusion for LGBTQ+ individuals in the Long Beach area.
San Gabriel Valley LGBTQ Center
- Address: 2607 S. Santa Anita Avenue, El Monte, CA 91733
- Focus: Provides support services, workshops, and advocacy for LGBTQ+ individuals and families in the San Gabriel Valley, emphasizing education and community empowerment.
- Address: 1118 N. McCadden Place, Los Angeles, CA 90038
- Focus: One of the largest LGBTQ+ organizations globally, offering health care, housing for homeless LGBTQ+ youth, legal support, advocacy, and cultural programs to build community and promote LGBTQ+ rights.
- Address: 1605 N. Spurgeon Street, Santa Ana, CA 92701
- Focus: Provides an array of services including youth programs, mental health counseling, HIV prevention, and community advocacy to support the LGBTQ+ population in Orange County.
Inland Empire LGBTQ+ Resource Center, powered by TruEvolution
- Address: 3839 Brockton Avenue, Riverside, CA 92501
- Focus: Improves the quality of life for LGBTQ+ individuals in the Inland Empire through mental health services, education, community outreach, and advocacy initiatives.
- Address: 1695 N. Sunrise Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262
- Focus: Offers comprehensive health services including HIV testing, primary care, mental health services, and social support programs, with a focus on LGBTQ+ individuals in the Coachella Valley.
- Address: 235 W Mission Boulevard, Pomona, CA 91766
- Focus: A grassroots organization dedicated to creating safe spaces and promoting pride and visibility for the LGBTQ+ community in the Pomona Valley area through events, education, and advocacy.
These resources, both on-campus and within the broader community, are dedicated to supporting the well-being and development of LGBTQ+ individuals at CGU and the surrounding areas.