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:

• LGBTQ+ literature & media

• a sober, all ages, inclusive space

• community events

• peer support groups

• & more

MISSION

We are a hub of learning and connection for Sacramento’s LGBTQ+ community.

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VISION

LLACE envisions a safe, inclusive, and supportive LGBTQ+ community in the Sacramento region.

VALUES

• We value inclusivity - creating a safe and accessible place for all people to be comfortable in, allowing honesty and authenticity.

• We value community - connecting people and organizations, building relationships and partnerships, providing space and support for events.

• We value social justice - taking a stand to support non-dominant populations and historically marginalized groups (specifically QPOC), promoting nonviolent resistance, awareness and activism

• 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