
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
Alej Fernandez Garcia
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President
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Board Member
Nancy McKernan
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Board Member, Operations Committee Chair


Cindy Baudion
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Board Member, Treasurer
Eddie Suboh
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Board Member


Elise Weber
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Board Member, Events & Outreach Committee Co-Chair
Lenix Pecikonis
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Board Member, interim Communications Committee Co-chair

Erin Mahoney
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Vice President

Michaela Payne
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Board Member
Fundraising Committee interim co-chair
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Jo
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Librarian Collection Committee Co-Chair