The University of California, Berkeley welcomes LGBTQ+ students and employees. There are resources and community spaces available for LGBTQ+ communities on campus. Some resources and policies differ for students and employees.
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Resources for all
- The Gender Equity Resource Center serves as UC Berkeley's inclusive campus hub around gender and sexuality, offering resources, support, educational programs, and leadership initiatives for students, faculty, staff, and alumni to foster a welcoming and inclusive Cal experience. Their website features an LGBTQ+ Resources page and a Transgender Resources page with on campus student resources; staff, faculty, and student employee resources; and off-campus resources
- New! The Trans Resource Hub provides comprehensive information on education, advocacy, and community spaces centering and supporting Trans and Nonbinary communities. Key resources include our Gender Recognition and Lived Name (GRLN) Policy,Inclusive Restrooms Map, and Gender-Affirming Benefits through SHIP (Student Health Insurance Program)
- Chancellor's Advisory Committee on LGBTQ+ Communities at Cal: A committee advocating for an inclusive and affirming environment for LGBTQ+ individuals at UC Berkeley.
Student resources
- University Health Services provides an array of services for LGBTQIA+ students, including transgender student care, medical care, counseling, name and gender change options, and preventative care. Their goal is to ensure students receive the highest quality care in a supportive, respectful space.
- Need assistance navigating UHS Transcare services? Call Clinic 3 at (510) 643-7110 and ask to speak with the clinic nurse. The clinic nurse can arrange an appointment and prepare you for your visit.
Employees resources
- LavenderCal is a member-based organization working to build community and belonging among all LGBTQ+ staff, faculty, postdocs, and visiting scholars at UC Berkeley. Their website provides resources and ways to get involved.