Diverse groupd of students at the Pride Table during Day Club

Pride Center

Foothill College Pride Center

Foothill PRIDE Center

At the Foothill College PRIDE Center, we proudly offer a welcoming and inclusive environment where all students, faculty, staff, administrators, and visitors can find support, resources, and connections, especially across the sexual orientation, gender identity, and expression spectrums.

The Center also fosters a safe and vibrant community that celebrates diversity, champions equality, and promotes educational and personal growth through its programs, activities, leadership, social justice advocacy, resources, and outreach engagements.

Also, check out the Rainbow Alliance for further support.

Our Vision

We envision a Foothill College where:

Every identity and lived experience is respected and valued.
Everyone feels a deep sense of belonging.
Our campus culture thrives on connection, inclusion, and celebration of each individual’s authentic self.

Pride Center Resources

History of Pride

A brief history of the LGBTQ+ community and an intro to the pronouns and all the important info someone would learn).
- This article discusses the history of LGBTQ+ individuals in the music industry and how being part of the LGBTQ+ community doesn’t hinder one from pursuing other interests, such as music. I chose it because of the massive impact music has on every culture.
Make Queerness Relevant Again
.The First Pride Was a Riot: The Origins of Pride Month
- A straightforward review of how Pride Month began, including Stonewall and the march to global recognition.
The History of the Stonewall Riots
- Britannica-produced overview connecting the 1969 uprising to the establishment of modern Pride Month in June. Stonewall Riots - The history of.

Other Notable Pride History Documentaries

Beyond Gay: The Politics of Pride (2009) - A global perspective on Pride’s meaning beyond parades.
Paris Is Burning (1990) & How Do I Look? (2006)—Explorer drag balm/ball culture deeply intertwined with Pride’s social history

National Organizations and Support Networks

Campus Pride	LGBTQ student leadership, Campus Pride Index (college ratings), scholarships, and national student events.
GLSEN	K–12 safe schools, Day of Silence, inclusive curriculum, educator resources.
Consortium of Higher Education LGBTQ Resource Professionals	Professional network for LGBTQ staff in higher education and campus inclusion training.
Point Foundation	LGBTQ scholarships, leadership training, and mentoring.
The Trevor Project	Crisis intervention & suicide prevention for LGBTQ youth (24/7 support).
National Black Justice Coalition (NBJC)	Focused on Black LGBTQ+ civil rights and social justice.
PFLAG	Family and ally support for LGBTQ individuals, local chapters, and education resources.
National LGBTQ Task Force	Advocacy on national policy issues impacting LGBTQ rights.
LGBTQ+ Health Coalition	Focus on healthcare access and policy for LGBTQ people.

Research and Educational Articles

LGBTQ Students in Community College	How campuses can create supportive environments for LGBTQ+ students, staff, and faculty.
Creating LGBTQ+ Inclusive Spaces	How campuses can create supportive environments for LGBTQ+ students, staff, and faculty.
Creating LGBTQ+ Inclusive Spaces	Tracking LGBTQ student visibility and rights over 30 years.
Campus Climate and Substance Use	How campus supportiveness impacts substance use among LGBTQ community college students
Mental Health Post-COVID	Study on pandemic effects on LGBTQ student mental health.
10-Year LGBTQ Mental Health Trends	Analysis of mental health data across LGBTQ college students (2010–2020).

LGBTQ+ Immigrants

The ILRC - (Immigrant Legal Resource Center) page on LGBT Immigrant Rights is focused on helping LGBTQ+ immigrants understand their rights, the unique challenges they face, and how to navigate the U.S. immigration system safely and effectively.
“A Short History of LGBTQ Immigration Policy” - The Boundless article “A Short History of LGBTQ Immigration Policy” explains how U.S. immigration laws have treated LGBTQ+ individuals over the past century. It illustrates how things evolved from criminalization and exclusion to recognition and legal protections, while also warning that serious risks and challenges persist.
Legal Services for LGBTQ Immigrants - This website describes their LGBTQ Immigrant Rights Initiative, which provides specialized legal assistance to low-income immigrants who are LGBTQ or living with HIV.
International Rescue Committee (IRC) San Jose Chapter - National network offering refugee resettlement, asylum support, job readiness, and cultural orientation.
SIREN (Services, Immigrant Rights & Education Network) - Community organizing, legal services, advocacy, and workshops for immigrants, with a focus on undocumented rights.
Oasis Legal Services - LGBTQ+-focused legal services for asylum, green cards, citizenship, and family petitions; trauma-informed care.
Transgender Law Center - National advocacy and legal assistance for trans immigrants, including asylum guides and detention resources.
Santa Clara County Office of LGBTQ Affairs - LGBTQ community resources, support groups, and rights information, with outreach to immigrant communities.

Scholarships and Financial Aid

College-Educated LGBTQ Scholarships Guide	Central list of LGBTQ scholarships.
Point Foundation Scholarships	Largest LGBTQ scholarship program.
Levin-Goffe Scholarship	Scholarship for undocumented LGBTQ immigrants in NYC.

Contact Us

Pride Center

Building 2018
(formerly Council Chambers)
fhpride@fhda.edu

Pride Center Hours

Mon – Thur: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. (In Person)
Fri: 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. (Virtual)

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