WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, PFLAG National—the nation’s first and largest organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) people, their parents and families, and alli
Advocacy is a big part of the mission of PFLAG, with members and supporters working to achieve LGBTQ equality through changing hearts, minds, and laws. We work at the community level, at the city and state level, and at the federal level to effect change so that people who are LGBTQ are safe and equal in their communities. One Voice Can Change the World: The PFLAG National Policy Guide and Advocacy Toolkit teaches about advocacy methods, ways to lobby, and PFLAG’s legislative priorities. This publication will also help you feel confident as you meet with your legislators, go to town halls, plan chapter events, advocate through social media, and more. After your legislative visits, be sure to fill out our reporting form - we want to hear from you.
Advocacy One-Pagers
Handy one-page sheets with information on lobbying, building coalitions, advocating via social media, and more.
Legislative One-Pagers
One pagers on PFLAG's legislative priorities to reference while lobbying, and leave with your elected officials.
Resources
Templates, sample letters, and additional resources will help you carry out your advocacy efforts.
January 3, 2019
PFLAG Helps Teen Come Out
"His dad’s acceptance evolved rather quickly. Within a year of Adams transition, Mr. Miller was attending PFLAG meetings regularly and even marched in Atlanta’s Pride parade with the PFLAG chapter."
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January 10, 2019
PFLAG National Learning and Inclusion Director discusses 'The Lavender Scare'
"Jean-Marie Navetta, Director of Learning & Inclusion for PFLAG National participates in panel discussion for 'The Lavender Scare'"
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September 28, 2018
Three mothers form South Bay chapter of PFLAG
"Linda Reeves, along with two other mothers of gay children — Cindy Byrne and Tina Sarafa — will soon launch the first Manhattan Beach and South Bay chapter"
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November 18, 2018
Decatur PFLAG gathers to honor murdered transgender individuals
Those who came together with PFLAG at 1st Congregational Church on Sunday gathered for a solemn purpose — to honor the lives of transgender people murdered because of their identity.
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