LGBT Resource Center Affiliation
The LGBT Resource Center offers student organization affiliation, to support and encourage organizations that work towards LGBTQ+ community, as well as align with the LGBTRC’s values. Through the affiliation student organizations will have the opportunity to have input into changes at the LGBTRC, access to space and financial resources, and have a network of like-minded organizations to connect and work with.
Affiliation Due Date:
Always open for organizations! No due date to submit by, we’re happy to work with your organization when ready!
Requirements
- REGISTRATION
Register and/or re-register your student organization with Student Life & Leadership and pay the registration fee. Please complete our affiliation application on our CampusGroups webpage Click link for access to LGBTRC Affiiliation information CampusGroups page: https://campusgroups.uci.edu/student_community?club_id=37260
For any questions, contact the professional staff. - READ & UNDERSTAND AFFILIATED REQUIREMENTS & BENEFITS
Read and understand all requirements and benefits which you can find below. Share those requirements and benefits with your organization so they can utilize the LGBTRC. - ENGAGE IN THE COMMUNITY
Affiliation with the LGBTRC requires an active engagement in the LGBTRC community. The LGBTRC is only as great as you make it! - UPHOLD LGBTRC & CAMPUS POLICIES
Your organization is asked to assist in upholding the LGBTRC polices to ensure that the facility continues to be our “home”. - VALUES
Must uphold the LGBTRC’s values:- Diversity
- Social Justice
- Education
- Student Development
- Holistic Wellness
- Advocacy
- Visibility
- Leadership
- COMMUNICATION
Communicate your organization’s programs and events with the LGBTRC. Your events can be featured on LGBTRC platforms. - GUIDANCE MEETINGS
Meet with an LGBTRC Pro Staff and/or Engagement Intern of the LGBTRC for guidance and support with program and event planning as needed. - APPROVAL
Affiliations are contingent upon LGBTRC staff approval
Benefits for Student Organizations affiliated with the LGBT Resource Center
- Gain an understanding of the LGBTRC (mission statement, learning outcomes, vision, values and goals)
- Build community and network with other student leaders and groups engaged in diversity and social justice education, activism, advocacy, and community engagement.
- Receive updates regarding unique leadership opportunities, facility updates, room reservation process, and resources.
- Ability to reserve space at the LGBTRC for weekly or specialized programs or meetings within our staffing policy*. (*staff member needs to be present after hours)
- Gain access to our publicity tools including the LGBTRC website and social media accounts for advertising and outreach opportunities.
- Additional funds to support their student organizations.
- Be invited to special speaker events, programs and trainings.
- Be advised on event planning, budgeting, facilitation and risk management.
- Opportunities for co-sponsorship.
- Advising from a professional staff member on program management
- Advanced notice on LGBTQQIAA+ conferences
Links to apply:
Click link for access to LGBTRC Affiliation information CampusGroups page: https://campusgroups.uci.edu/student_community?club_id=37260
For any questions, contact the professional staff.
Professional Staff Contact Information:
Davidian Bishop (director) – davidian.bishop@uci.edu
Deejay Brown (assistant director) – deejay.brown@uci.edu
Bowie Rivera (transgender care specialist) – bowie.rivera@uci.edu
Ash Preston (program coordinator) – ash.preston@uci.edu