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The San Diego LGBT Community Center

The San Diego LGBT Community Center enhances and sustains the health & well-being of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, transgender, nonbinary, immigrant, and HIV communities to the betterment of our entire San Diego region.

Welcome to

The San Diego LGBT Community Center

The San Diego LGBT Community Center enhances and sustains the health & well-being of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, transgender, nonbinary, immigrant, and HIV communities to the betterment of our entire San Diego region.

LGBTQ+ Immigrants: Know Your Rights

The San Diego LGBT Community Center has created a resource page to help our LGBTQ+ immigrant community member navigate the changes in policy in 2025.

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What is Happening at The Center

26
August
10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Center Library is open Monday-Friday, 10AM-4PM

Get your library card, check out one of the LGBTQ+ books from our vast collection, or get a recommendation from one of our library volunteers! Regular Hours:  Open Monday-Friday, 10AM – 4PM For more information, please contact seniors@thecentersd.org or 619.692.2077. extension 147.   ...

26
August
10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Cyber Center

The Center’s Cyber Center has three computer stations available for free to members of our community, Monday-Friday, 10am-6pm, excluding holidays. The Cyber Center is also open on Saturdays from 10am-3pm, excluding holiday weekends. There is a 1 hour time limit per person, per day. We offer free printing for important documents, like tax documents, resumes, […] ...

26
August
10:00 am - 7:00 pm

HIV & STI Screenings

It’s time for self-care with our free, confidential HIV/HCV testing and STI screenings in a compassionate and sex-positive environment with connections to health care and resources. Make your appointment today – call us at 619.487.9980 or email bethegeneration@thecentersd.org to make an appointment. We are open Monday-Friday 10am-7pm and Saturdays 10am-3pm by appointment. Walk-ins will be […] ...

26
August
10:00 am - 7:00 pm

STOP THE HATE – Report Hate Crimes & Incidents

Report Hate Crimes and Hate Incidents to The Center We provide support for people experiencing hate incidents and hate crimes. Contact: stopthehate@thecentersd.org 619-692-2077 Our staff are available Monday-Friday, 10am-7pm, and Saturdays, 10am-3pm. Have you been a victim of a hate crime or hate incident, or know someone who has been a victim? Do you know […] ...

26
August
10:00 am - 11:00 am

Tai Chi For Arthritis and Fall Prevention

Stay active and improve your balance, strength, and flexibility with Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention, a free, evidence-based class designed for older adults of all ability levels. Led by a certified instructor, this gentle movement class promotes physical well-being and relaxation while helping reduce the risk of falls. Classes meet weekly on Tuesdays […] ...

26
August
11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Men’s RVTIP – Relationship Violence Treatment & Intervention

This group is for individuals who have perpetrated intimate partner violence; either court-ordered or self-referred. This is a 52-week program and the curriculum is LGBTQ-inclusive. You can start at any time. When: Tuesdays, 11am-1pm Contact: For more information about this program please contact L (they/them) at ltuiletufuga@thecentersd.org & Rio (he/his) at hmoncado@thecentersd.org. ...

26
August
11:30 am - 3:30 pm

50+ & Better Together Game Day (In Person)

Join us for an afternoon of fun games and conversation. Join a game of Canasta, bring your own games, or play one of the many games we have on hand at The Center. Meet new people and have fun! When: Every Tuesday, 11:30 am – 3:30 pm Where: The Center’s Library, 3909 Centre St. San Diego, […] ...

26
August
11:30 am - 12:30 pm

Congregate Meals – For Those 60 Years or Older

Enjoy a meal with us! The County of San Diego, Jewish Family Service, and The Center are pleased to offer free meals to individuals aged 60 and above at The Center from Monday to Friday, between 11:30 am and 12:30 pm. Reservations must be made by 3:00 pm the day before by calling (858) 637-3230. […] ...

26
August
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Senior Food Bank (In Person)

The Center’s Senior Food Bank, held in partnership with Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank, is free and open to low-income seniors 60 and older. To participate, enroll in person the day of, or call the Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank at 866.350.3663. When: 4th Tuesday of each month, 1-3pm Where: 3909 […] ...

26
August
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

RVTIP – Transgender & Nonbinary

This group is for San Diego County residents who have perpetrated intimate partner violence; either court-ordered or self-referred. This is a 52-week program and the curriculum is LGBTQ-focused. You can start at any time. Please reach out to us to schedule an intake before attending this meeting. When: Tuesdays, 1–3pm Contact: rvtip@thecentersd.org ...

26
August
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Women’s RVTIP – Relationship Violence Treatment & Intervention

This group is for individuals who have perpetrated intimate partner violence; either court-ordered or self-referred. This is a 52-week program and the curriculum is LGBTQ-inclusive. You can start at any time. When: Tuesdays, 3-5pm Contact: For more information about this program please contact L (they/them) at ltuiletufuga@thecentersd.org ...

26
August
3:00 pm - 7:00 pm

HYC Tuesdays – Social Meetup for Ages 10-13 (In Person)

Join us for Social Meetups for Ages 10-13 at Hillcrest Youth Center – come check out what we have to offer! When: Tuesdays, 3-7pm Where: 514 Pennsylvania Ave., San Diego, CA 92103 Contact: Email HYC@thecentersd.org or call 619.497.2920 x 122 Hillcrest Youth Center services include: Safe & Affirming LGBTQI+ space, support groups, mental health resources […] ...

26
August
3:00 pm - 7:00 pm

SBYC Tuesday – Ages 14-18 (In Person)

A day dedicated to youth ages 14-18 at the South Bay Youth Center! 3pm-7pm Visit us: 1180 3rd Ave., Chula Vista, CA 91911 Call us: 619-800-3203 Email: SBYC@thecentersd.org Our services include: Safe & Affirming LGBTQI+ space, support groups, mental health resources Computer lab, community closet, snacks, video games, arts & crafts Gender affirming supplies, hormone replacement […] ...

26
August
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Mental Health Services Drop-in at SBYC – Ages 14-18

Join us at the South Bay Youth Center every first Wednesday of the month for Mental Health drop-in services, along with occasional workshops and activities tailored to support mental health. Ages 14-18 When: Tuesdays Time: 3-6PM Where: South Bay Youth Center, 1180 3rd ave, Suite C1, Chula Vista Please contact svaldivia@thecentersd.org for more information ...

26
August
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm

SBYC Tues – Gender Identity Support Group, Ages 14-18 (In Person)

Join our new South Bay youth Center peer-led group intended for youth exploring, questioning, and curious about their gender identity and expression. Ages 14-18 welcomed. This group is facilitated by a clinician.  When: Tuesdays, 4:30-5:30pm Where: 1180 3rd Ave., Chula Vista, CA 91911 Contact: Email SBYC@thecentersd.org South Bay Youth Center services include: Safe & Affirming LGBTQI+ […] ...

26
August
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Mental Health Explorers at HYC

Join a supportive group for ages 10-13 to explore the fundamentals of mental health and learn about self-care, community building, and effective coping strategies in a welcoming environment. Facilitated by two clinicians When: Tuesdays,  from 4:30-5:30pm Where: Hillcrest Youth Center, 514 Pennsylvania Ave, San Diego For more information: lmojdehi@thecentersd.org – nsmith@thecentersd.org ...

26
August
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm

Project TRANS Advisory Committee

Project TRANS Advisory Committee at The Center is Back on Zoom! This committee is a place where folks can voice the needs of our community and collaborate with Project TRANS at The Center to create programming and events that YOU would like to see at our Center. We encourage all trans & nonbinary individuals interested […] ...

26
August
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

HYC Tues – Gender Identity Support Group, Ages 10-13 (In Person)

Join us for a Gender Identity Support Group at Hillcrest Youth Center for ages 10-13. When: Tuesday, 5:30-6:30pm Where: 514 Pennsylvania Ave., San Diego, CA 92103 Contact: Email HYC@thecentersd.org or call 619.497.2920 x 122 Hillcrest Youth Center services include: Safe & Affirming LGBTQI+ space, support groups, mental health resources Computer lab, community closet, snacks, video games, […] ...

26
August
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

GBT Men Living with HIV – Tuesdays (Virtual)

This group is for gay, bisexual, and transgender (GBT) men living with HIV, open to male-identified individuals living with HIV.  Please reach out to us to schedule an intake before attending this meeting. When: Tuesdays, 6-7:30 pm Contact: For more information, please contact Joe (he/his) at jseverino@thecentersd.org ...

26
August
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Prostate Cancer – Support Group

If you’ve experienced or are currently in treatment for prostate cancer this group is here for you to provide support, empathy, and community. Open to anyone interested in knowing more about Prostate Cancer and getting assistance on fighting it or how to prevent it. This group is peer facilitated and focused on the support needed […] ...

26
August
7:00 pm - 8:15 pm

Relational Wellness Group (Virtual)

Join us for the Relational Wellness Group, a space for folks in same gender and gender queer relationships to gain and practice individual emotional regulation skills, effective and collaborative communication, and equitable equanimity techniques. This group will support individuals in partnerships (ENM & monogamy) who are seeking additional skills to facilitate the strength of their […] ...

27
August
10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Center Library is open Monday-Friday, 10AM-4PM

Get your library card, check out one of the LGBTQ+ books from our vast collection, or get a recommendation from one of our library volunteers! Regular Hours:  Open Monday-Friday, 10AM – 4PM For more information, please contact seniors@thecentersd.org or 619.692.2077. extension 147.   ...

27
August
10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Cyber Center

The Center’s Cyber Center has three computer stations available for free to members of our community, Monday-Friday, 10am-6pm, excluding holidays. The Cyber Center is also open on Saturdays from 10am-3pm, excluding holiday weekends. There is a 1 hour time limit per person, per day. We offer free printing for important documents, like tax documents, resumes, […] ...

27
August
10:00 am - 7:00 pm

HIV & STI Screenings

It’s time for self-care with our free, confidential HIV/HCV testing and STI screenings in a compassionate and sex-positive environment with connections to health care and resources. Make your appointment today – call us at 619.487.9980 or email bethegeneration@thecentersd.org to make an appointment. We are open Monday-Friday 10am-7pm and Saturdays 10am-3pm by appointment. Walk-ins will be […] ...

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The San Diego LGBT Community Center enhances and sustains the health & well-being of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, transgender, nonbinary, immigrant, and HIV communities to the betterment of our entire San Diego region.

The San Diego LGBT Community Center enhances and sustains the health & well-being of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, transgender, nonbinary, immigrant, and HIV communities to the betterment of our entire San Diego region. 
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The Center’s services are provided to all, regardless of immigration status.
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