
she/her
Nominated
2025
Julia Sidener-Lady
President – Gala Pride and Diversity Center
Julia Sidener-Lady is an Advocate Supervisor and runs the Transition-Aged Youth and Mentor programming for San Luis Obispo CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates). Through this role, she provides specific training and services for the wildly overrepresented LGBTQIA+ youth in the foster care system and the advocates who serve them. In addition to this, Julia serves as the President of the Board of Directors for San Luis Obispo County's Gala Pride and Diversity Center. Julia is a graduate of California State University Northridge, a passionate and dedicated parent, and a steadfast advocate committed to personal and community growth.