Coming Out
For LGBTQ+ people, coming out is the process of self-identifying and self-acceptance that entails the sharing of their identity with others. Sometimes referred to as disclosing. Individuals often recognize a lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender/gender-expansive, or queer identity within themselves first, and then might choose to reveal it to others. There are many different degrees of being out, and coming out is a lifelong process. Coming out can be an incredibly personal and transformative experience. It is critical to respect where each person is within their process of self-identification, and up to each person, individually, to decide if and when and to whom to come out or disclose.
Have Faith! Straight for Equality in Faith Communities Recording & Training Toolkit
Parents: Quick Tips for Supporting Your LGBTQ Kids–and YOURSELF–During the Coming-Out Process
PFLAG National Joins Have A Gay Day Campaign To Uplift LGBTQ+ Voices Nationwide
PFLAG National To Present Straight for Equality Workplace Honors to Alcoa
“Learning With Love” PFLAG’s National Convention Comes to Nation’s Capital Oct. 19-22
Featured speakers include Adm. Rachel Levine, Assistant Secretary for Health; Dr. Jesse Ehrenfeld, President of the American Medical Association; Emily Drabinski, President of the American Library Association and more!