Mission

Outlet supports and empowers lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and questioning youth ages

13-20 living on the Peninsula and South Bay . Through our range of support services, leadership training, community education and advocacy, Outlet successfully increases youth confidence, builds personal assets, and creates healthier communities.

Who is behind Outlet?

Shannon Turk, Director

Shannon joined Outlet in September 2005 as the new director.  Shannon has been a part of Outlet in some way for the past 3 years, since working for the YWCA of Palo Alto, Outlet's former home. Shannon brings a fresh new energy to the program, including extensive experience with development and marketing.  She is excited to continue building on the services Outlet provides and reaching out to the community.

Eileen Ross, Assistent Director

Eileen joined Outlet in 2003 to fearlessly coordinate and implement the many Outlet programs and services. With a Master's degree in Health Education from SUNY Cortland, Eileen is a whiz at program design and evaluation. Originally from upstate New York, Eileen resides in the Bay Area enjoying her cup of coffee and the beaches of Santa Cruz.

Rodrigo Garcia, Project Coordinator

HYPE! Program - Young Men's HIV Prevention

Rodrigo joined Outlet in March 2007 as the new HYPE coordinator.  Rodrigo is from Mexico City, a graduate of the Instutitue of Fine Arts, a graphic designer and has been in the US for 11 years. He has volunteered with Prolatino for the past 10 years and been an active member of the HIV education community for just as long. He has been working with low income families and at-risk youth in the San Jose area for the past 7 years. He is a vital resource to Outlet and the spanish speaking community!!