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Since working at Welcome Home, Lobos has found that his awareness of LGBTQIA+ support has increased.

“My understanding of the support in San Bernardino County has actually become

“[Welcome Home is] the only LGBT housing in San Bernardino County,” said Lobos. This program means a lot to Lobos and he takes pride in being able to be such a big part of its existence. At Welcome Home, there is a sense of community, and belonging is them to thrive and find that sense of community.” appointed President, Tomás D. Morales, shared his concerns about senseless violence in the campus community.

This program and its resources are free to everyone, and inclusion in community activities is encouraged. The goal is to get individuals who come through the program the support necessary to work their way toward an independent life. Whether it is getting individuals the necessary documentation for independent living, such as state ID cards, social security cards, and birth certificates, or helping them build a resume that will secure them a steady job and income, those at Welcome Home are there to help in any way they can.

“My condolences have become a part of my daily thoughts as the unrelenting gun violence and death and injury toll builds across our nation,” said President Morales. “Picking up a weapon to act out one’s anger, fear, pain, and rage is decimating communities and leaving deep, deep scars.”

President Morales paid tribute to the MSU victims in his message and highlighted individuals’ ability to seek support nationwide.

“We know, firsthand, here in San Bernardino, what such shootings mean. And each fresh shooting re-traumatizes all those who have undergone their own horrific shooting experiences,” said President Morales. “For the victims of Michigan State, Monterey Park, Half Moon Bay, and the other mass shootings which have become monstrously routine, let us extend our compassion and our care.”