When I hear people talk about polyamorous relationships, I hear a lot about “rules”. Oftentimes people will discuss the types of rules you should have in a polyamorous relationship, what is and isn’t allowed. In my opinion, this is a simplified way to talk about boundaries. Read More
As heat waves become a regular occurrence in the summer months, there is more of a need for community water stations to serve the population of Merced.

In December, Merced held its second Winter Solstice Ceremony.

Program Coordinator Daniel Garibay interviews new Merced City Councilmember Fue Xiong, who was recently elected to represent District 6.

LGBTQQIA2-Libray Our team at YLI has built a resourceful library for LGBTQ+ youth and allies! The library is available for the community to come and check out at their own convenience. Check out is only done in person via filling up our form and folks are able to check out up to three books for three weeks. Read More

When asked about the common imagery of cities, the word “graffiti” is never too far from the front of your mind. A staple in urban areas, graffiti comes in many different forms. From street artists painting murals to simply tagging your name, graffiti has a distinct style and an expansive history that started in 1960s Philadelphia. Read More