PFLAG

PFLAG (pronounced P-Flag) is “the nation’s largest organization dedicated to supporting, educating, and advocating for LGBTQ+ people and those who love them.”

Source: https://www.pflag.org/about-us/

They were founded in 1973, and have evolved significantly with the times. Their original name stands for “Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays,” but their work has been significantly more inclusive of the trans & gender-expansive community in recent times.

What They Do

Support

PFLAG offers support to LGBTQ+ individuals, their families, friends, and allies. This is often done through local and national support groups, where members can share their experiences and find communal support.

Education

FLAG is dedicated to educating people about LGBTQ+ issues to foster understanding and acceptance. This includes providing resources and conducting workshops for families, educators, healthcare, and the community.

Advocacy

The organization actively advocates for LGBTQ+ rights at various levels, including pushing for policy changes and legal rights that ensure equal and fair treatment of LGBTQ+ individuals.

PFLAG Guides

PFLAG publishes a range of useful guides to conversation, understanding, and allyship for parents, friends, and other family members of LGBTQ+ individuals.

Use the button to browse all guides, or download these specific guides below.

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