Pride at Palo Alto University
At Palo Alto University (PAU), we proudly celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride Month - honoring the courageous fight for equity and the diverse identities, experiences and perspectives within lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer communities. We recognize the resilience against discrimination as well as how these perspectives enrich our university and the field of mental health.
This Pride page uplifts LGBTQ+ pioneers who have paved the way, shares stories of perseverance in the face of adversity, and spotlights impactful work to advance affirmative and culturally-competent counseling, psychology, and social work practices for LGBTQ+ individuals. The tireless advocacy for visibility, acceptance, and equality inspires and challenges us all.
PAU strives to be an inclusive environment where LGBTQ+ students, faculty, and staff can bring their full authentic selves. We are committed to amplifying LGBTQ+ voices, creating supportive spaces, and continually examining our practices through an LGBTQ+ affirmative lens. We utilize the Inclusive Excellence Framework as a roadmap for systemic, intentional, and sustainable work to drive an inclusive university. Learn more about our strategic vision.
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Are you engaged in work that supports diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging? Whether you’re conducting research, organizing events, leading projects, or sharing personal experiences that align with cultural heritage, advocacy, or awareness initiatives, we want to highlight your contributions. Your submission may be featured on PAU’s website, social media, and other communications as part of our efforts to celebrate and amplify voices within our community. Click the button below to share your work.
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Join Psychological Association for Gender Expression and Sexuality (PAGES)
PAGES is a student group dedicated to fostering a sexuality and gender-inclusive environment for personal, professional, and community growth emphasizing intersections among queer and other minoritized identities. Additionally, PAGES aims to promote rigorous scientific research relevant to the lives of gender and sexual minority people. Throughout the year, PAGES strives to make PAU and our surrounding community a more affirmative landscape for sexual and gender identity diversity by holding community-building events, providing queer support groups, and serving as an advocacy resource for queer students on campus. PAGES also strives to foster partnerships with other student groups focused on minoritized identities and take actions towards supporting these communities. PAGES welcomes all PAU students and faculty to join meetings, events, and discussions to further advocacy, inclusion, and education relevant across intersectional gender and sexual orientation diversities. Contact Pages@paloaltou.edu