Youth Programs
Youth Programs support social-emotional wellness for queer and trans youth in Tulare and Kings Counties. Our groups are queer and trans-led spaces that mentor young people into pipelines of leadership in their communities.
Programs
The Sourcerers is an activity-based peer support group for youth ages 12-17 that meets twice a month. This group is a great way to meet other kids and make friends! Follow us on Instagram to see the upcoming activities.
Groups held 1st & 3rd Thursday of the month 6:00 - 7:30 pm
109 NW 2nd Avenue • Visalia, CA 93291
The Sourcerers
Queers and Peers is a group for transitional aged youth (18 -26) to make friends and get involved in their community. This is an activity based group and meeting locations vary. Follow us on instagram to stay up to date with meeting plans! Join our Discord to discuss activities and connect with peers!
Queers & Peers
The Source LGBT+ Center facilitates a 12 week program called Leadership Academy for youth to learn leadership skills, LGBTQ+ History, public speaking, and advocacy. This program is for Youth ages 17-26. Your commitment is key. We meet every Tuesday from 5:30pm-7:30pm.
2026 applications are closed.
Leadership Academy
The Source LGBT+ Center’s youth program is advised by a Youth Board comprised of 7-10 LGBT+ and allied youth ages 15-22. If you are interested in serving your community through the board and helping the youth program become what it should be for the community, consider applying below. This opportunity will give you a direct hand in making decisions and help amplify the voice of you and your peers.
LGBTQ+ Youth Board
The Source LGBT+ Center scholarship gives away $1500.00 annually to support LGBTQ+ and allied youth who are interested in pursuing secondary and vocational education.
Scholarships are accepted through June 2026.
The Source LGBT+ Scholarship
Join our Discord!
Our moderated discord server is a safe space to build community. It’s a great way to stay up to date with meetings and activities. You also have the opportunity to make your voice heard as we often run polls and hold open discussions about progrmming.
Need Resources?
Looking for Outreach?
Want us to come to your school, GSA meeting, events, or any other outreach opportunity? Contact our Outreach Coordinator!
2025 Youth Mission Moment: Nicklas
The Team
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Erika
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Program Director
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Alix
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Behavioral Health Programs Manager
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Jose
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Community Programs Manager
Youth Board
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Ian
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Board Member“I chose to be on the youth board because I wanted to be a part of safe spaces in my community and have my voice--as well as many others' in Visalia--to be seen and heard.”