GSA MINI GRANTS
The LGBT Network is providing Mini-grants to middle and high school Gender and Sexuality Alliance (GSA) clubs and similar clubs across Long Island and NYC to advance local community efforts to address and prevent the bullying of LGBTQ youth. Mini-grant funds are designed to support GSA clubs in designing and carrying-out a project in their school and/or community to achieve this goal. LGBT Network will award up to forty (40) GSA Mini-grants ranging from $250 to $500 per award. Apply here today!
LONG ISLAND
IN-PERSON
Long Island LGBT Youth Prom
Wednesday, 6/26, 6:00pm – 9:30pm, LGBT Network Hauppauge Center (125 Kennedy Drive, Hauppauge, NY, 11788)
LGBT Network cordially invites you to our Annual LGBT Youth Prom! Join us on Wednesday, June 26, 2024 from 6:00pm to 9:30pm for a night of dancing and dining, complete with a buffet dinner and dessert bar, music, and the crowning of this year’s Rainbow Court! All LGBT and allied youth are welcome to be yourself and join us for an unforgettable night! Tickets for this event are $10 per person.
VIRTUAL
Long Island GSA Youth Leadership Council
This virtual space is dedicated to GSA Leaders and Students across Long Island to share strategies for engaging and growing their GSA Club. Student Leaders learn from and help each other by sharing what has worked for their clubs and receive advice from each other around challenges.
Upcoming Dates:
- Tuesday, February 20, 4-5pm
- Tuesday, March 18, 4-5pm
- Tuesday, April 15, 4-5pm
- Tuesday, May 20, 4-5pm
Long Island GSA Advisors Council
This monthly dynamic and inclusive virtual forum brings together dedicated GSA (or other LGBT club) advisors from across the Island. This council serves as a vital platform for advisors and educators to share experiences, exchange ideas, and collaborate on strategies for fostering safe, affirming, and inclusive spaces for LGBTQ youth within their schools and communities. Held on the 2nd Tuesday of each month, 3-4pm.
Upcoming Dates:
- Tuesday, January 9, 3-4pm
- Tuesday, February 13, 3-4pm
- Tuesday, March 12, 3-4pm
- Tuesday, April 9, 3-4pm
- Tuesday, May 14, 3-4pm
QUEENS & BROOKLYN
IN-PERSON
Queens GSA Networking Mixer – In Collaboration with Frank Sinatra School of the Arts ! (IN-PERSON)
Wednesday, May 15, 4 – 6 PM, Frank Sinatra School of the Arts (35-12 35th Ave, Queens, NY 11106)
Unite and share ideas for a brighter future for the LGBT community. Collaborate with fellow GSA leaders and members in and around Queens on creative solutions and fresh ideas to spread advocacy and support in our schools and beyond. Register now and be the change you want to see!
VIRTUAL
NYC GSA Advisor Roundtable
This monthly virtual meeting is an opportunity for NYC GSA advisors and educators to discuss what’s happening in your school, exchange ideas, and support each other’s missions to make our schools safer for LGBTQ+ students in every borough. Held on the 4th Tuesday of each month at 4pm.
Upcoming Dates:
- Tuesday, January 23, 4pm
- Tuesday, February 27, 4pm
- Tuesday, March 26, 4pm
- Tuesday, April 23, 4pm
- Tuesday, May 28, 4pm
SIGN UP YOUR GSA TO MARCH AT PRIDE
NEW QUEENS PRIDE
Sunday, June 2, 11 AM – 6 PM, 37th Ave. Between 9th St. & 75th St., Jackson Heights, Queens
We will be celebrating our 32nd anniversary of Queens Pride on Sunday, June 2, 2024 from 12:00PM – 6:00PM on 37th Avenue in Jackson Heights!
*To register, contact Ariana Castillo via phone at (718) 514-2155 or via email at acastillo@lgbtnetwork.org*
LONG ISLAND PRIDE
Sunday, June 9, 12 – 5 PM, Huntington, NY.
The 34th Annual Long Island Pride Parade will kick-off at 12n beginning at the intersection of Clinton Avenue and Main Street in Huntington Village. Participants will march down Main Street all the way to the intersection of Main Street and Prime Avenue, where a festival and concert will immediately follow.
*To register, contact Ernesto Hernandez via phone at (631) 665-2300, or via email at ehernandez@lgbtnetwork.org.*
NORTH FORK PRIDE
Saturday, June 22, 12- 5PM, Greenport, NY.
The 2024 North Fork Pride celebration will take place on Saturday, June 22nd from 12n-5p in Greenport! Join thousands in celebrating Pride at the North Fork Pride Parade & Festival.
*To register, contact Ernesto Hernandez via phone at (631) 665-2300, or via email at ehernandez@lgbtnetwork.org.*