Thank you for participating in this community-driven survey. This survey is by us, for us — created by and for the LGBTQ+ community in San Joaquin County. Your voice matters.

Your answers will help improve services, identify community needs, and guide advocacy efforts. All responses are confidential. We will never share your story or identity without your explicit consent. By completeing this survey, you will have a chance to be entered into a raffle where 200 respondents will be randomly selected to receive a $20 gift card and one person will be randomly selected to win an Apple iPad.

Estimated Time: 10–12 minutes
Languages available: English, Spanish
Accessibility: This survey is screen reader compatible.
SECTION 1: About You

Helps us understand who is in our community. Select all that apply.

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* 1. What is your age group?

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* 2. What is your zipcode?

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* 3. How do you identify your gender? (select all that apply)

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* 4. How do you identify your sexual orientation? (Select all that apply)

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* 5. What is your race or ethnicity? (check all that apply)

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* 6. Do you live with a disability, chronic illness, or use an accessibility device?

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* 7. What languages do you speak at home? (please check all that apply)

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* 8. What best describes your current housing status?

SECTION 2: Belonging and Visibility


This section explores where you feel welcomed or excluded.

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* 9. In which of the following places do you feel welcomed or affirmed as an LGBTQ+ person (or ally)? (Select all that apply)

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* 10. Have you ever had to hide part of your identity to feel safe?

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* 11. Do you feel represented in your community (media, schools, organizations, government)

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* 12. On a scale of 1- 5, how do you feel a sense of belonging in your neighborhood?

1 - Not at all 5 - Completely
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SECTION 3: Safety and Comfort


We know "safety" means different things to different people.

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* 13. Do you avoid any places in San Joaquin County due to discomfort or feeling unsafe as an LGBTQ+ person (or ally)?

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* 14. If yes, where? (Select all that apply)

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* 15. What makes you feel unsafe or unwelcome in those places (optional):

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* 16. How comfortable are you being "out" in San Joaquin County?

1 - Not at all 5 - Fully out and comfortable
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* 17. Do you ever feel anxious about how your identity is perceived (e.g., “am I too gay,” misunderstood, etc.)?

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* 18. Who do you feel safe calling in an emergency? (Select all that apply)

SECTION 4: Health and Mental Health

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* 19. Do you currently have health insurance?

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* 20. Do you have access to affirming healthcare providers who understand LGBTQ+ needs?

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* 21. Have you experienced discrimination in a medical or mental health setting?

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* 22. In the past 12 months, how many times have you been tested for HIV and/or other STIs?

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* 23. What are the main reasons you may not get tested for HIV or STIs as often as you would like? (Select all that apply)

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* 24. In the past 30 days, how often have you felt…

  Never Rarely Sometimes Often Almost always
Isolated from others
Depressed or down
Hopeless about the future
Anxious about your identity or outness
Supported in your mental/emotional needs

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* 25. What challenges, if any, have you faced in getting the mental health support you need?

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* 26. Do you currently access any of the following?
(Select all that apply)

SECTION 5: Family and Caregiving

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* 27. Are you a caregiver for someone?

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* 28. If yes, who do you care for? (Select all that apply)

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* 29. If you are a caretaker, what kind of support do you provide? (Select all that apply)

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* 30. If you are a caregiver, what support would help you continue as a caregiver? (Select all that apply)

SECTION 6: Access and Services

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* 31. How do you usuallyaccess healthcare / social services? (Select all that apply)

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* 32. Which service formats work best for you?

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* 33. Where in San Joaquin County should new LGBTQ+ services be located to be most convenient for you? (Select all that apply)

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* 34. In the next 5 years, what areas should the San Joaquin Pride Center prioritize? (Select all that apply)

SECTION 7: Final Questions

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* 35. What are the 3 biggest things that would make life better for LGBTQ+ people in San Joaquin County?

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* 36. If you’d like to share a story about an experience you’ve had in San Joaquin as an LGBTQ+ person, what made it meaningful (good or bad)?

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* 37. Would you like to share your story in another way via video, voice note, or artwork?

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* 38. Would you like to receive updates or participate in future focus groups?

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* 39. Would you like to be entered into the raffle for a $20 digital gift card or iPad for completing this survey?

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* 40. Please provide your name, email, and any contact info to receive your gift card or stay in touch:

Thank you! Your feedback shapes the future.

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