FoCUS specifically reaches out to LGBTQ+ students and students of color who may have felt excluded or marginalized by the church. It aims to be a welcoming space for those communities.

FoCUS

Q: Is this a religious organization?

Yes. FoCUS is rooted in a faith tradition and is affiliated with First Presbyterian Church of Berkeley. Its mission is framed around God's call for solidarity and inclusion.

Q: What is the core purpose of FoCUS?

The group exists to create a safe, affirming space for university students, especially those who identify as LGBTQ+ or as people of color, where they feel seen and heard.

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FoCUS is a faith-based community at UC Berkeley focused on solidarity and inclusion for students who have been marginalized by the church, particularly LGBTQ+ and POC communities. The group provides a safe space where each student feels seen and heard, connecting university students with a welcoming religious community rooted in these values.