Models of Pride 2025: Los Angeles LGBT Center Honors Tonatiuh, Welcomes Drag Race Star Mirage, and Celebrates Queer Youth Power —Hosted by social media star Kevin Ninh (FlawlessKevin), the largest free LGBTQ+ youth conference brought hundreds to Hollywood for a day of learning, creativity, and community.— Talent Images Here | Events Images Here Photo courtesy of […]
Breakout Star Tonatiuh Takes Center Stage at 2025 Models of Pride — The ‘Kiss of the Spider Woman’ star returns to the Center’s stage a decade after previous performances, this time to be honored at the largest free LGBTQ+ youth summit — LOS ANGELES, October 17, 2025—Tonatiuh, the mononymous breakout star of the critically acclaimed […]
Los Angeles LGBT Center Names YouTuber Kevin Ninh Host of Models of Pride, the World’s Largest Free LGBTQ+ Youth Summit —This year’s Models of Pride returns to Hollywood for its 33rd year with workshops, resources, entertainment, and community celebration for LGBTQ+ youth and their allies. — LOS ANGELES, October 1, 2025—The Los Angeles LGBT Center’s annual Models […]
The Los Angeles LGBT Center held its annual graduation ceremony on Thursday, Aug. 21 celebrating the achievements of youth and senior graduates from the Youth Academy and vocational programs. “This event is one of my absolute favorite parts of my job,” said Kevin McCloskey, Director of Community-Based Programs. “In the face of the federal government […]
The Los Angeles LGBT Center’s beloved Senior Prom returned this year with a disco fever theme for a night of nonstop sparkle and soul. Hosted by the incomparable Page Person, the evening celebrated the love and resilience that have distinguished the LGBTQ+ community for decades. Now in its 28th year, Senior Prom has become one […]
Statement: Los Angeles LGBT Center Responds to Mixed Supreme Court Rulings on LGBTQ+ Health, Immigrant Rights, Inclusive Education, and the Rule of Law LOS ANGELES, CA, June 27, 2025 — In response to today’s series of consequential rulings from the United States Supreme Court—decisions that will reverberate across LGBTQ+ communities, immigrant families, and classrooms nationwide—Los […]
The Los Angeles LGBT Center, in partnership with Lambda Legal, Gender Justice LA, FLUX, the TransLatin@ Coalition, REACH LA, and others, is leading weekly rallies outside Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) to demand the hospital reverse its decision to permanently close its gender clinic on July 22. Join us every Thursday evening through July 17 […]
Statement: The Los Angeles LGBT Center Mourns for Trans Youth as Supreme Court Upholds Cruel Ban on Gender-Affirming Care – The Center stands in firm solidarity with transgender youth and their families, and remains committed to advancing policies and protections that ensure their freedom, safety, and dignity. – LOS ANGELES — JUNE 18, 2025 — In […]
Artists Tourmaline, Chella Man, Roxy Rose Headline Powerful Lineup at Los Angeles LGBT Center’s Trans Pride —Weekend celebration features Radiance Award honoree Tourmaline, boundary-breaking artists Chella Man and Roxy Rose, and the nation’s longest-running TGI Pride event.—Program Images HereEvent Images Here— LOS ANGELES, June 16, 2025 — Trans Pride LA (TPLA) returned for its 26th […]
The Center to Honor KATSEYE Star Lara Raj at 2nd Annual ‘Golden Hour’ Night Market Celebration on May 17 –Hosted by the Center in partnership with Mayumi Market Presented by Gilead Sciences – LOS ANGELES, April 30, 2025 — The Los Angeles LGBT Center proudly announces the return of Golden Hour: A Queer AANHPI Night Market […]
On April 26th, the Los Angeles LGBT Center and supporters gathered at the Anita May Rosenstein Campus in Hollywood gathered to honor two extraordinary champions: Sheryl Lee Ralph, who has stood with us since the early days of the HIV/AIDS crisis, and Dr. Johanna Olson-Kennedy, a trailblazer in transgender youth healthcare. Their courage reminds us […]
Amid the smoldering aftermath of the Los Angeles Fires and growing fears over future funding losses, the Center’s Advocacy Day is shining a spotlight on the very real consequences of political inaction—from shuttered clinics to the silencing of queer and trans voices across the country. Through legislative meetings, public rallies, and visible grassroots engagement, the […]
The Center Denounces DOE Dismantling: A Direct Attack on America’s Queer & Trans Youth and Civil Rights Protections LOS ANGELES, CA, March 20, 2025—Following news of President Trump’s executive order to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education—threatening civil rights protections for LGBTQ+ youth—Joe Hollendoner, Los Angeles LGBT Center CEO, issued the following statement: “The Los […]
Statement: The Los Angeles LGBT Center Condemns Governor Newsom’s Disgraceful Rhetoric on Transgender Athletes LOS ANGELES, CA, March 6, 2025– Following Governor Gavin Newsom’s recent comments attacking transgender athletes, calling their participation in women’s sports “deeply unfair” during an interview with a known right-wing extremist, the Los Angeles LGBT Center CEO Joe Hollendoner issued the […]
Statement: Los Angeles LGBT Center Thanks CHLA for Resuming Gender-Affirming Care, Urges More Hospitals to Do the Same LOS ANGELES, CA, February 21, 2025– In response to Children’s Hospital LA’s recent decision to resume gender-affirming care for ages under 19, Los Angeles LGBT Center CEO Joe Hollendoner issued the following statement: “I want to express […]
Los Angeles LGBT Center Joins New Lambda Legal Lawsuit Challenging Trump’s Anti-LGBTQ+ Executive Orders This is Lambda Legal’s fourth lawsuit challenging lawless and outrageous executive orders issued by the Trump administration. This lawsuit was filed on behalf of multiple non-profits that serve the LGBTQ+ community, work to end the HIV epidemic, and record the history […]
Not even rain could stop hundreds from gathering outside Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) on Thursday evening in a powerful demonstration against the hospital’s decision to halt gender-affirming care for new patients under 19. LA city councilmembers, advocates, medical professionals, parents, and community leaders stood together to send a clear message: Transgender youth deserve access […]
Statement: Los Angeles LGBT Center Responds to CHLA’s Decision to Halt New Gender-Affirming Care Patients: Don’t Be Complicit in Trump’s Unlawful Hate-Mongering LOS ANGELES, CA, February 5, 2025– In response to Children’s Hospital LA’s recent decision to stop accepting new patients for gender-affirming care for ages under 19, Los Angeles LGBT Center CEO Joe Hollendoner […]
Statement: The Los Angeles LGBT Center Condemns President Trump’s Plans to Roll Back Rights for LGTBQ+ Americans and Immigrant Community LOS ANGELES, CA, January 20, 2025– Following President Trump’s inauguration and declarations of the federal government’s recognition of only two biological sexes and rewriting immigration policies, Los Angeles LGBT Center CEO Joe Hollendoner issued the […]
The recent wildfires that swept through Los Angeles County have upended lives, leaving many without homes, belongings, or a sense of stability. In times like these, access to reliable information and support is critical. This guide provides essential resources to help individuals and families recover, rebuild, and find the assistance they need. From shelter and […]