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 […]

Monday, Jan. 13: All Center sites have reopened and resumed normal operating hours. Thank you for your understanding and patience as we navigate these unprecedented wildfires in and around our Los Angeles. Friday, Jan. 10: As Los Angeles County grapples with three major wildfires, multiple Center locations will remain temporarily closed out of an abundance […]

On Saturday, Nov. 16, the Los Angeles LGBT Center once again teamed up with queer TV giant World of Wonder to  host the annual Thanksgiving Lunch for LGBTQ+ youth. Guests  were joined by the team behind MTV’s RuPaul’s Drag Race, as well as the iconic queens LaDon Amour Rochè and Symone for show stopping performances […]

On October 20, the Los Angeles LGBT Center hosted its 32nd annual Models of Pride festival, transforming the Anita May Rosenstein Campus in Hollywood into a vibrant space for LGBTQ+ youth, families, and allies. Presented by BMO, this year’s event welcomed over 600 attendees for a day packed with workshops, performances, and awards that celebrated […]

Los Angeles LGBT Center Hosts Hundreds of LGBTQ+ Youth, Families at 32nd Anniversary Models of Pride Festival Social media sensation Bretman Rock was on hand to accept the Model of Pride Award Presented by BMO –Models of Pride Event Photography Talent + Program Images Here Courtesy of Los Angeles LGBT Center– LOS ANGELES, October 21, 2024 — On […]

Los Angeles LGBT Center Shares GOTV PSA “Love Is an Action” Highlighting Experiences of LGBTQ+ Older Adults LOS ANGELES, October 11, 2024—On Friday (National Coming Out Day), the Los Angeles LGBT Center released a public service announcement highlighting the importance of voting in support of equal and civil rights. The 2024 presidential election is less […]

On Friday, in honor of National Coming Out Day, the Los Angeles LGBT Center released a public service announcement highlighting the importance of voting in support of equal and civil rights. Titled “Love Is an Action,” the PSA features a series of interviews with the Center’s Senior Services clients reflecting on the importance of voting […]

Social Media Star Bretman Rock Joins the Los Angeles LGBT Center’s Models of Pride: A Free Conference for LGBTQ+ Youth – The youth summit, hosted by the Los Angeles LGBT Center, is the world’s largest free expo for LGBTQ+ youth and their allies, featuring workshops, resources, and entertainment. Presented by BMO – LOS ANGELES, October 1, […]

Elated friends and family gathered at the Los Angeles LGBT Center to cheer on dozens of LGBTQ+ youth and senior clients as they marked their completion of education and vocational training programs to ready them to enter the workforce with valuable skills. “This graduation is a celebration,” said Kevin McCloskey, Director of Community-Based Programs. “We’re […]

This Voter Information Guide highlights the Los Angeles LGBT Center’s positions on important ballot measures.

Statement: Gov. Newsom’s Executive Order on Homeless Encampments Will Endanger LGBTQ+ Young People LOS ANGELES, July 26, 2024—Responding to Gov. Newsom’s inhumane executive order to remove homeless encampments, the Los Angeles LGBT Center released the following statement from Lisa Phillips, the organization’s Chief Social Services Officer: “Last month, the conservative Supreme Court Justices decided on […]

Statement: The Los Angeles LGBT Center Reacts to SCOTUS Ruling in City of Grants Pass vs. Johnson LOS ANGELES, June 28, 2024–Responding to today’s highly contentious Supreme Court ruling that criminalizes homelessness, the Los Angeles LGBT Center released the following statement: “The Los Angeles LGBT Center condemns the recent Supreme Court decision in City of […]

Trans Town Hall Returns for Trans Pride LA’s 25th Anniversary With Gottmik, Love Bailey, and More –TALENT IMAGES HERE EVENT IMAGES HERE– LOS ANGELES, June 17 — Over the weekend, the Los Angeles LGBT Center hosted the 25th anniversary celebration of Trans Pride LA (TPLA), including the return of the Trans Town Hall to the Renberg […]