About us
ABOUT
The Lavender Library is an all-volunteer-run lending library, archive and community space with LGBTQ+ books, films and more.
GENERAL INFO
The Lavender Library creates a queer & trans community with:
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LGBTQ+ literature & media
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a sober, all ages, inclusive space
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community events
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peer support groups
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& more
MISSION
We are a hub of learning and connection for Sacramento’s LGBTQ+ community.
VISION
LLACE envisions a safe, inclusive, and supportive LGBTQ+ community in the Sacramento region.
VALUES
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We value inclusivity - creating a safe and accessible place for all people to be comfortable in, allowing honesty and authenticity.
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We value community - connecting people and organizations, building relationships and partnerships, providing space and support for events.
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We value social justice - taking a stand to support non-dominant populations and historically marginalized groups (specifically QPOC), promoting nonviolent resistance, awareness and activism
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We value LGBTQ+ stories - local, national, and international history, books and magazines, video and audio recordings, oral histories, storytelling, archives
our Board of directors:
Elena Carrillo
she/her
President
Alej Fernandez Garcia
they/them
Board Member
Armando Campos
he/him
Board Member, Engagement Committee Co-Chair
Cindy Baudion
she/her
Board Member, Treasurer
Cody Grey Belmon
they/them
Board Member, Secretary
Eddie Suboh
any pronouns
Board Member
Elise Weber
she/her
Board Member, Events & Outreach Committee Co-Chair
Erin Mahoney
they/them
Board Member
Demi Griffin
they/she
Board Member, Fundraising Committee Co-Chair
Lenix
they/them
Board Member,
Michaela Payne
they/she
Board Member
Monica Vega Latona
they/them
Head Archivist, Librarian Collection Committee Co-Chair
Nancy McKernan
she/her
Board Member, Vice President
Raquel Parra
they/them
Board Member, Communications Committee Co-Chair