Our Vision
PFLAG envisions a world where diversity is celebrated and all people are respected, valued, and affirmed inclusive of their sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression.
Our Mission
Our mission is to build on a foundation of loving families united with LGBTQ people and allies who support one another, and to educate ourselves and our communities to speak up as advocates until all hearts and minds respect, value and affirm LGBTQ people.
Our Values
Love & Compassion
PFLAG believes that lives are transformed by unconditional love. To help people achieve this, we recognize we must exercise compassion for ourselves and others willing to take the journey toward love and acceptance.
Leadership
PFLAG believes in the responsibility of leading by example. As leaders, we work to join together as families, allies and LGBTQ people to fulfill our shared vision to achieve full legal equality and societal inclusion. To do this, we commit to listening, supporting and responding in building relationships with those we serve.
Diversity & Inclusion
PFLAG believes that the things that make us diverse are what makes us powerful. To ensure that we are being inclusive and respectful of everyone we serve, we commit to listening, learning and engaging with diverse communities. We believe true inclusion means to meet others where they are, acknowledging and embracing their stories.
Community Engagement
PFLAG believes that we are measured by our words and actions. We commit to empowering people in our communities to join together to transform the places where they live. In partnership with others, we are united to advocate for change toward full equality.
Lifelong Learning
PFLAG believes learning is the key to positive change and inclusion. Therefore, we commit to providing and involving ourselves in ongoing learning opportunities to continually broaden our worldview, overcome misinformation and bias, in order to live our values.
What We Do
SUPPORT LGBTQ people, their families and friends through local PFLAG chapter help lines, support group meetings and locally and nationally produced resources.
EDUCATE families and provide public education on sexual orientation, gender identity and LGBTQ issues. PFLAG chapters educate their communities through a variety of local projects and nationally. PFLAG provides fair and accurate information about LGBTQ people and their loved ones.
ADVOCATE for equal rights for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender people. LGBTQ rights are not special rights. PFLAG works to achieve equal civil rights and social justice for all people, including our LGBTQ loved ones.
For Families and Friends
Your first reaction to learning that your loved one is gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer, or questioning can range from anger to sadness, fear to hurt, confusion to grief, and anywhere and everything in between. These emotions and experiences are normal.
PFLAG is here to help you. Our members are parents, families and friends of LGBTQ people and LGBTQ people themselves. We have been through much of what you are now feeling. We listen. We understand.
Our chapter meetings are open to everyone. Our three Parents of Transgender Individuals groups are for parents and family members of transgender loved ones. Each of our chapters welcomes people from all walks of life, from every racial and ethnic group, and all religious backgrounds.
For Straight Allies
If you or someone you know is straight and wants to support LGBTQ communities, join in the fight for equality, or just learn more about these issues, you’ve come to the right place. PFLAG needs your help. You are welcome to come to a chapter meeting.
For LGBTQ People
People who are LGBTQ are welcome to attend meetings. Some want to help friends and families better understand sexual orientation and gender identity, while others may want to advocate for LGBTQ rights. We offer our support and unconditional love to people at any point in their journey.