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We are Ventura County's LGBTQ community. We believe that all people deserve a diverse, inclusive, accepting and welcoming safe space. In lifting each other up even when it's hard, we build allies, opportunities and resources to live our best lives and help those around us do the same.

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Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR)

Join us as we honor the transgender folks we’ve lost in the U.S. this year and celebrate the strength and resiliency of our community. This year there are multiple ways…

Have an urgent sexual health question?

If you have an urgent sexual health questions, please email Diversity SHINES at shines@diversitycollective.org They will be able to provide information and resources about:
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Health Equity Collaborative – Counseling and Reproductive Care

Seeking counseling or reproductive health care services? Look no further than Pacific Pride Foundation and Planned Parenthood California Central Coast for inclusive care and support! We are proud to collaborate…
Join us for Paddy's Drag Queen Bingo event on 10/20/24, at 4:00 PM, located at 2 W Main St, Ventura, CA. This colorful flyer features a dazzling drag performer alongside the Little Unicorns logo. Expect thrilling games of bingo with exciting prizes, delicious drinks, and endless fun!

Support LU with Drag Queen Bingo

Sunday – the perfect day to have brunch, take a nap, and then head over to Paddy’s for a hilarious and entertaining afternoon of Bingo. Our own Cooper The Queen…

Phones System

Our phone system is back up and running. You can call us during business hours (M-F, 10am – 3pm) or email us with your inquiries and we will reach out…
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Little Unicorns – Sat 9/28

Join us for Little Unicorns on Saturday, September 28th from 5 – 7pm at our Community Resource Center! For the month of September, we are moving our meeting time to…
Flyer for the 2024 GSA Leadership Summit on Saturday, September 28, 10am-2pm at 2471 Portola Rd, Ventura, CA 93003, presented by Diversity Collective Ventura County and Rainbow Umbrella.

GSA Leadership Summit

Calling all students!! Join Diversity Collective and Rainbow Umbrella for our very first GSA Leadership Summit Saturday, September 28, 2024 10am – 2pm at our Community Resource Center – 2471…
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MPOX Concerns Continue in the US

As MPOX continues to affect people in the community throughout the US, is it important to stay vigilant. Being aware of the symptoms and knowing the appropriate actions to take can…
Event poster for VENXS, a full moon gathering for femmes and thems. Tuesday, Sept 17, 6pm-7:30pm, Community Resource Center, 2471 Portola Road, Ventura 93003. Fall-themed crafts and conversation.

Venxs – Sept 17

The Autumn Equinox falls generally around the 21st of September, and this year it is the 2nd.  For our monthly moon gathering in September we will be creating intentions to…

Upcoming Events

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