LGBTQA & Social Justice Center

The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning & Ally Social Justice Center

41 Park Row, RM 901, 9th Floor, 212.346.1952, office Hours 9am-5pm, Mon.-Frid. 

Our Mission:

The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Questioning and Ally (LGBTQA) Social Justice Center exists to create campus environments that are inclusive and supportive of student, staff, and faculty diversity in the areas of sexuality and gender identity and expression. The office promotes identity expression, self determination and exploration on all levels for all members of Pace University through advocacy, education, activism, programming and a commitment to social justice. 

Functions of the Center:

  • Serve as a clear and visible sign of university-sanctioned support for the LGBTQ and ally community. 
  • Create a welcoming environment for all people interested in developing their understanding of LGBTQ and ally issues.
  • Advocacy, activism and community building with a focus on diversity, multicultural issues and social justice
  • Education and outreach on the isolating impact of gender and sexuality norming.
  • Help students, staff and faculty to build conscientious communities of care, inclusion, support, and trust.
  • Recognize and explore the differences in ability, age, ethnicity, gender, health, language, national origin, race, religion, and socioeconomic among the LGBTQ and ally student, staff and faculty population.
  • Celebrate how differences in the LGBTQ and ally student staff and faculty population can enrich campus and local communities.
  • Provide direct service to LGBTQ students, staff, faculty and their allies in the forms of advisement, advocacy, career networking, referral services, education and training, event sponsorship and co-sponsorship, leadership development, and peer mentorship programs.

Discussion Groups at the Center: 

The Center hosts weekly LGBTQA Topic-Related Discussion Groups around issues relating to Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Questioning and Ally individuals. Some of the topics include Coming Out, Relationships, What it means to be an Ally, Dating, Examining Social Identities as they relate to LGBTQA Relationships, Family Dynamics, Cultural Difference in a Queer Relationship, Safety, Advocacy, Equality, Gender, Race and much more. Center Discussion groups are held every Friday at 12pm in the Center Space. 

Volunteer and Internship Opportunities: 

The Center was built through the volunteer efforts of the Pace Community. Students, staff, faculty and alumni dedicated their time to creating this space and advocating for staff and programatic funds. This Center Functions on the principle of Social Justice and a shared interest in Community Wellness and Health.  Students are welcome to inquire about volunteer and internship opportunities with the Center. 

Volunteer @ the LGBTQA Center:  There are opportunities throughout the year to volunteer to help out with programs, initiatives and outreach events that are put on by the Center. To find out more information, please contact lgbtqacenter@pace.edu

Intern @ the LGBTQA & Social Justice Center: Are you interested in apply for an internship at the LGBTQA & Social Justice Center? Great. Positions include: Social Media, Web & Marketting Intern, Programming & Event Intern, Gender & Sexuality Justice Intern and more! You can find the application by clicking here.  Positions subject to availability & need.

Center Staff: 

Kelly Herbert serves as the Assistant Director of the LGBTQA & Social Justice and can be reached at 212.346.1952. 

Center Library: 

Check out center book, DVD and VHS listings & drop by to check them out! 

LGBTQA Center Newsletter

Want to know about the great things happening for LGBTQA Students, Staff, Faculty and Alumni? Download our Newsletter by clicking here.