The Diversity Center
Non-profit OrganizationsCalifornia, United States11-50 Employees
The Diversity Center is a non-profit organization based in Santa Cruz, California, dedicated to supporting a diverse LGBTTIQ community and its allies. It focuses on promoting health, well-being, and social justice, offering educational, informational, and social resources to empower individuals while actively addressing racism within the organization and the broader community. The center emphasizes a collaborative approach to leadership, welcoming people of varied ages, backgrounds, and abilities to foster cohesion and share resources within Santa Cruz County. In its work, the organization envisions a healthy, vibrant community free from fear and prejudice, where members can feel safe in their person, work, and home environments. It operates in the non-profit sector, serving a broad constituency within the LGBTTIQ community and their supporters, and has been active in regional partnerships and leadership roles that advance inclusive practices and intercultural competence. The center’s activities include partnerships and initiatives that integrate education and social connection to support its mission in the Santa Cruz County area.