A monthly gathering that offers a supportive community space for LGBTQ+ individuals with lived experiences of being children in immigrant families. It’s an opportunity to connect, share stories, and explore the unique challenges of navigating generational, cultural, and queer identities.
This is a new program and operates as a “for us, by us” space. This affinity space is exclusively for those who share this lived experience, creating a space for authenticity, solidarity, and belonging. Each session encourages meaningful exchanges, such as sharing origin stories or participating in activities shaped by the group’s collective interests. From cultural potlucks to documentary screenings and museum visits, the focus is on fostering connection, understanding, and celebrating the intersectionality of queerness and immigrant family dynamics.
Facilitated by Kevin Simsay (they/them) – Senior Manager, Programs
For questions, email Kevin at Kevin@thecentercv.org
This group meets once a month. There is no set schedule for this new program. As it grows, the group will decide the frequency and timing for this program.
Registrants will be notified of the location 1-week prior to meeting. This first meeting will be in Palm Springs. We are prioritizing sanctuary cities throughout the Coachella Valley for all meeting locations. Sanctuary cities are areas that limits its cooperation with federal immigration enforcement to prioritize local public safety.
First meeting is in Palm Springs. Registrants will be notified of exact location 1-week prior to this first meeting.
The Center is a non-profit 501 (c)(3) public charity • EIN # 33-0937301
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