Transgender Health and Wellness Center hosts its first LGBTQ + job fair

The Transgender Health and Wellness Center is hosting its second annual Trans Pride Fair and introducing its first LGBTQ+ Job Fair!

Representatives of the Transgender Wellness Center say many community organizations and health centers are prepared to share information on physical and mental health for people who identify as Trans.

The Palm Springs hulu dance team performed in front of attendees at the 2nd annual Trans Pride Fair.

People who identify as LGBTQ+ or as allies were sharing resources.

"Having mental health centers helped me discover who I wanted to be and where I am comfortable," says Elwin Agtang, a student at the College of the Desert. "I'm like, there are no more worries about my health because of these resources that are available to me."

Elwin Agtang says he was tested for HIV and was helped every step of the way at dap health.

"That was really traumatic experience, and I didn't know what to do, says Agtang. "I was constantly freaking out."

Now, Agtang helps students at College of the Desert with similar concerns so they can prepare themselves mentally to live happily.

"Feels amazing, you know, we are getting the help that we need," says Agtang.

The fair highlighted job opportunities from Ulta, Palm Springs PD, and more. People who were worried about getting the proper position or even were curious about health care had the opportunity to learn at the fair.

"It's absolutely necessary that we do this and these so that those who are having a hard time trying to find a place to live, those who are trying to find a place where they can be comfortable, can actually have a place," says Marilyn Hannan, ambassador, transgender health and wellness center.

There were Molina Healthcare representatives there who were walking people through the process of getting health care and insurance assistance. "We have a new storefront in Indio serving Molina and non-Molina members," says Frances Gaxiola, a Health Plan Insurance Specialist for Molina. "You can come in and get assistance if you have any questions. Do you need insurance? We partnered with Medi-Cal, Medicare, and Covered California. We are assisting the public and offering utility and rent and mortgage assistance."

"Find a support group. Find people who will be with you," says Hannon. "Make friends, and make your own new family. Find something to be happy about."

There is even an opportunity to apply for jobs or learn about new opportunities in the Coachella Valley despite your sexual or gender orientation.

A representative for the Transgender Health and Wellness Center says she wanted to be a part of a team that brings resources to people who feel scared to be who they are.

A local College of the Desert student was supporting their Pride Leadership team, and he says that "if it weren't for resources like DAP Health, I would not know I would be," says Elwin Agtang.

Businesses and community organizations like The Palm Springs Police Department, The City of Cathedral City, Planned Parenthood, Ulta Beauty, and more have representatives at the park ready to start your job process.

Sun, Mar 26, 11 AM – 5 PM

Frances Stevens Park
500 N Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA

Watch KESQ News Channel 3 to hear from the Transgender Center about resources and from a young man who learned he had HIV and found resources in the Coachella Valley.