Q.U.A.C. is a student-led program that stands for “Queers United, Acting for Community”. It was started in 2024 with a grant awarded to Lane Education Service District in partnership with Queer Eugene, through the Oregon Department of Education’s Student Success Plan grant.
It was born from Lane ESD Student Voice in Lane County, indicating that a program like this was needed to support our Lane County queer community. This program is designed to support queer youth- and secondarily staff -in the education system in Lane County.
How we do our work:
| Affinity group development and capacity building (student leadership and staff support) | In-person and digital support of advisors and student leaders |
| Resource and supports development (in school and in the broader community) | Some examples of resources available here |
| Event establishment and sustainability structures (ongoing groups and annual events) | Some examples of events here and here |
| Student voice and student-driven learning (curriculum, professional development) | Create and or edit learning opportunities for staff and students; can help present the information |
24-25 School Year Highlights:
| ~Lane County Student Listening Report ~GSA meeting support served 25 schools with 68 visits ~Started Pink Party (community dance for middle school) 71 attendees from across Lane County ~Brought back Pink Prom (community dance for high school) 131 attendees from across Lane County ~Supported annual Youth Pride Festival Over 1,000 attendees from the Eugene-metro area ~Created and published Lane County Resource Guides ~Created and published Queer Youth Activities & Supports Guidebook |
