The Queer Youth Task Force is proud to announce the 29th Annual Queer Youth Leadership Awards will take place on Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 5:30 pm at Pajaro Valley High School in Watsonville. In the past 29 years we have seen profound progress for the LGBTQIA2S+ community, both here in Santa Cruz County and […]
Ways to Support 2026 QYLA
Three Ways to Support the Queer Youth Leadership Awards! Advertise, Sponsor a Table or Donate. Those who donate over $575 will be listed as a co-sponsor. All co-sponsorships confirmed by April 17, 2026 will be featured in the QYLA Printed Program, linked to on the QYLA website, and will have visibility at the event itself. Due […]
Queer, Trans & Ally Youth Talent Auditions for QYLA 2026
Sign Up Now — Audition Form Here! QYLA 2026 Youth Talent Auditions Auditions Date & Time: TBA The 29th Annual Queer Youth Leadership Awards is looking for two youth emcees AND two performers or youth group performances for the awards ceremony taking place on May 9, 2026 at Pajaro Valley High School in Watsonville. Looking […]
28th Annual QYLA Nominees & Awardees Announced
The Queer Youth Leadership Awards is proud to announce the 2025 QYLA Nominees and Awardees! Congratulations to all the LGBTQIA2S+ youth and their allies for their important work! Read about the QYLA 2025 Nominees and Awardees Thank you to all of the co-sponsors & supporters of QYLA 2025! Check out the QYLA 2025 Printed Program