November 2014
OutSpoken
e-newsletter: helping LGBTQQ youth thrive 
Spotlight On! 
Lowell Reade, Outlet Volunteer
How do you identify? As queer
How did you become involved with Outlet and why? I became involved as a volunteer with Outlet when I moved back to the Bay Area to work at Apple, after grad school in Pennsylvania. Outlet deeply impacted my life as a youth when I attended the youth groups. I was excited to be able to give back to such a great organization and support  our current generation of LGBTQ youth. 
Why do you think Outlet services are important? 
I think Outlet's services are important because they provide a space for youth to 100% be themselves, and to be surrounded by fellow youth they can relate to. Outlet provides a safe space to explore your identity, whether that means trying out new names or talking about challenges coming out. 
What is your favorite part of volunteering for Outlet? 
My favorite part of volunteering at Outlet comes from realizing how much I can learn about myself from the incredible youth. I look forward to seeing them every week!
Do you have a most memorable or favorite moment you want to share? 
One of my favorite moments as a volunteer was our Halloween party. The youth showed up in awesome costumes and helped each other out with makeup and costumes. One of them even made me a costume!
Did You Know?
DE AMBIENTE (SPANISH SPEAKING) - AGES 10 TO 25
De Ambiente - GRUPO EN ESPAŅOL
When: 2nd & 4th Friday, 6:00-9:00 PM 
Where: CHAC, 590 W. El Camino Real, Mountain View, CA 94040

De Ambiente II - GRUPO EN ESPAŅOL 
When: 1st & 3rd Tuesday, 6:30-9:00 PM 
Where: Junior Gym, 811 South B Street, San Mateo, CA 94401

YOUTH - AGES 10 TO 18
Monday Night Group
When: Every Monday, 6:00-8:00 PM
Where: CHAC, 590 W. El Camino Real, Mountain View, CA 94041

Thursday Night Group
When: Every Thursday, 6:00-7:30 PM
Where: ACS, 1717 Embarcadero Road, Suite 4000, Palo Alto, CA 94303

San Mateo Group
When: 2nd & 4th Thursday, 6:30-8:00 PM
Where: Junior Gym, 811 South B Street, San Mateo, CA 94401

YOUNG ADULTS - AGES 18 TO 25
When: 1st & 3rd Tuesday from 6:00-8:00 PM 
Where: CHAC, 590 W. El Camino Real, Mountain View, CA 94041

NEW! TRANS* YOUTH - AGES 10 TO 18 (starting January 7, 2015)
This is a peer support group for youth who identify anywhere on the trans*gender spectrum, or who want to explore their gender identity. The group is English speaking.
When: 1st & 3rd Wednesday, 6:00-7:30 PM 
Where: CHAC, 590 W. El Camino Real, Mountain View, CA 94041
ACS 411
Meet Outlet's Program Coordinator, Dafne! Dafne Luna grew up in rural Delano, CA. She graduated from the University of California, Los Angeles with a degree in Gender Studies and minor in Chicana and Chicano Studies. In the last couple of years, she has actively worked with the UCLA community to create a culturally competent climate that empowers, educates, and celebrates the LGBTQ+ community. In her spare time, Dafne works closely with Queer Alliance, La Familia, and California Legal Rural Assistance to bring LGBTQQ services and resources to the Central Valley community. You can contact Dafne by email: dafne@acs-teens.org or by phone: 650.965.2020 x122.
Events
How can we improve the lives of LGBTQ communities in San Mateo County? 
Thursday, December 4, 2014 6-8:30 pm
Location: 455 County Center, Room 101, Redwood City
Attend a community forum hosted by the County of San Mateo LGBTQ Commission and sponsored by Pride Initiative, ACS and ACS' Outlet Program. Learn about the findings from the LGBTQ Reducing Disparities Project and how Phase 2 funding for LGBTQ providers will affect the community. Lite dinner offered. For more info, please contact Nicole Scanlan, LGBTQmentalhealth@att.net or 916.538.7714.

15th Annual Rainbow Chamber of Commerce Silicon Valley Holiday Luncheon
Friday, December 5, 2014 11 am-2 pm
Location: Maggiano's Little Italy, Santana Row, San Jose
Enjoy lunch, a silent auction, and raffle drawing! Plus, bring an unwrapped toy for Toys for Tots and get 5 free raffle tickets. Outlet is a beneficiary of this event. Tickets are $50, before November 28th. Space is limited and sales close December 1st. Purchase tickets at www.rainbowchamber.org/events or contact Michael LoMonaco by phone 408.891.4342
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