This week's discussion topic is PFLAG's history and a new children's bok about founder Jeanne Manford.
Something to Talk About Live: Repro Rights and LGBTQ+ Rights
This week's discusison topic is the intersection of reproductive rights and LGBTQ+ rights.
Something to Talk About Live: Recognizing Juneteenth
This weeks' discussion topic is the commemoration of Juneteenth in the US.
Something to Talk About Live: How Will YOU Celebrate Pride This Year?
This week's discussion topic is celebrating Pride in 2022.
Something to Talk About Live: Queer Filmmakers!
This week's discussion topic is a conversation with queer filmmakers.
Something To Talk About Live: Celebrating LGBTQ+ History In An Era Of Censorship
This week's discussion topic is LGBTQ+ history.
Something to Talk About Live: What Is The Role Of Business In LGBTQ+ Equality?
This week's discussion topic is the impact of business leaders in conversations about LGBTQ+ equality in the US.
Something to Talk About Live: Tuesday, May 17 is the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia
This week's discussion topic is global LGBTQ+ issues.
Something to Talk About Live: Supporting LGBTQ+ Dependents in Military Families
This week's episode is about supporting military families and their LGBTQ+ dependents.
Something to Talk About Live: The Financial Cost of So-Called "Conversion Therapy"
This week's discussion topic is the financial cost of conversion therapy in the US.
Be Kind, Not Just Nice: Transforming Your Conversations Recording & Training Toolkit
We all know the phrase "if you're not going to say something nice, then don't say anything at all." But what do we do when others don't follow that rule...
Something To Talk About Live: Friday, April 22 Is The GLSEN National Day Of Silence
This week's discussion topic is the GLSEN National Day of Silence and supporting LGBTQ+ youth in schools.
Something to Talk About Live: Affirming LGBTQ+ Christians this Holy Week
This week's discussion topic is the many ways we can affirm the lives of LGBTQ+ Christians.
Something to Talk About: The Significance of Being Counted
This week's discussion topic is the significance of having reliable demographic data about sexual orientation and gender identity in the US.
Something to Talk About Live: LGBTQ+ Identities and Neurodiversity
This week's discussion topic is the intersection of sexual orientation, gender identity, and autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
PFLAG Connects: Communities -- Understanding How to Build Inclusive Spaces Recording & Training Toolkit
Launched in October 2021, PFLAG Connects: Communities (PCC) has quickly become a mainstay of PFLAG National’s work to increase diversity and inclusion efforts. Through the creation of support meetings specifically...
Something to Talk About Live: Catholic, Irish, LGBTQ+ – and Proud of All Three!
This week's discussion topic is the experience of LGBTQ+ Irish Americans.
Something To Talk About Live: March Is Bisexual+ Health Awareness Month
This week's discussion topic is Bisexual+ Health Awareness Month.
Something To Talk About Live: The Impact Of Banning Queer Books
This week's discussion topic is the impact of book bans.
Something To Talk About Live: It’s Aromantic Spectrum Awareness Week!
This week's discussion topic is asexuality and aromanticism.
Something to Talk About Live: Your Right to Vote is Under Attack
This week's discussion topic is voting rights in the US.
Something to Talk About Live: Another Day, Another Book Ban
This weeks discussion topic is book banning in the US and the launch of PFLAG's #ReadWithLove campaign.
Something to Talk About Live: "Parental Rights In Education Bills” Will Hurt Marginalized Youth
This week's discussion topic is Florida's "Don't Say Gay" bill.
Something to Talk About Live: Elevating LGBTQ+ Victims of the Holocaust Whose Stories Were Lost
This week's discussion topic is International Holocaust Remembrance Day.
Something To Talk About Live: This National Hugging Day (January 21) Hug Your Trans And Nonbinary Loved Ones Tight
This week's discussion is about what to do if a child or loved one comes out as trans/nonbinary.
Something to Talk About Live: January is Poverty in America Awareness Month
This week's discussion topic is economic disparities faced by people who are LGBTQ+ in the United States.
Something to Talk About Live: PFLAG Gives Back Through Volunteerism
This week's discussion topic is volunteerism and being of service in our commnuities.
Something to Talk About Live: May Your Holidays Be Merry and Gay
This week's discussion topic is queer holiday traditions and creating joy at a time that can be difficult for some.
Something To Talk About Live: You Can’t Read This - The Book Banning Trend
The topic of this week's discusison is the surge of requests to ban books currently available in school and public libraries.
Something to Talk About Live: December 2, 2021
This week's discussion topic is culturally competent medical care for LGBTQ+ patients.
Something to Talk About Live: November 18, 2021
This week's discussion topic is ID documents for trans and nonbinary folks as well as the Transgender Day of Remembrance.
Something to Talk About Live: November 11, 2021
This week's discussion topic is the experience of LGBTQ+ veterans in the US.
Something to Talk About Live: October 28, 2021
This week's discussion topic is LGBTQ+ inclusion in Puerto Rico.
Something to Talk About Live: October 21, 2021
This week's discussion topic is intersex inclusion.
Something to Talk About Live: October 14, 2021
This week's discussion topic is the removal of homsexuality from the DSM in 1973 and the PBS Documentary, Cured.
Something to Talk About Live: October 7, 2021
This week's discussion topic is LGBTQ+ history.
Something to Talk About Live: September 30, 2021
This week's discussion topic is LGBTQ+ inclusion in sports - and specifically in professional men's sports in the US.
Advanced Bi+ Allyship: Going Beyond the "Bi"nary Recording & Training Toolkit
Beginning the ally journey can take a lot of introspection about your biases—and that work must continue as you become a more advanced ally. In this 201-level training, we will...
Something to Talk About Live: September 23, 2021
This week's discussion topic is the erasure of men who are bisexual+.
Something to Talk About Live: September 16, 2021
This week's discussion topic is the experience of people who are LGBTQ+ and Hispanic in the US.
Something to Talk About Live: September 9, 2021
This week's discussion topic is LGBTQ+ representation in gaming.
Something to Talk About Live: September 2, 2021
This week's discussion topic is the LGBTQ+ generational wealth gap.
Something to Talk About Live: August 26, 2021
This week's discussion topic is conversion therapy and the film Pray Away on Netflix.
Something to Talk About Live: August 19, 2021
This week's discussion topic is the experiences of LGBTQ+ elders in the US.
Something to Talk About Live: August 12, 2021
This week's discussion topic is "guncles" and the role the play in modern families.
Something to Talk About Live: August 5, 2021
This week's discussion topic is LGBTQ+ coffee shops and other queer, sober spaces.
Something to Talk About Live: July 29, 2021
This week's discussion topic is the experience of people who are LGBTQ+ globally.
Something to Talk About Live: July 22, 2021
This week's discussion topic is the power and impact of queer hairstyles.
Bisexuality+ 101: Understanding & Supporting People Who Are Bi+: Recording & Training Toolkit
The LGBTQ+ community is inclusive of many, but too often certain letters -- and people -- are less visible. As allies become increasingly educated about the LGBTQ+ community and feel more...
Something to Talk About Live: July 15, 2021
This week's discussion topic is anti-trans state legislation and the AMA's position on gender affirming care for children.
Something to Talk About Live: July 1, 2021
This week's discussion topic is the impact of disco music on LGBTQ+ culture.
Something to Talk About Live: June 24, 2021
This week's discussion topic is LGBTQ+ comic book characters and creators.
Something to Talk About Live: June 17, 2021
This week's discussion topic is the experience of black LGBTQ+ folks and their families.
Something to Talk About Live: June 10, 2021
This week's discussion topic is how to find an LGBTQ+ inclusive college or university.
Something to Talk About Live: June 3, 2021
This week's discussion topic is LGBTQ+ inclusive school curriculum and the states that mandate or ban it.
Something to Talk About Live: May 27, 2021
This week's discussion topic is the experience of queer, femme fans of Star Trek.
Something to Talk About Live: May 20, 2021
This week's discussion topic is LGBTQ+ mental health in the era of COVID-19.
Something to Talk About Live: May 13, 2021
This week's discussion topic is the lack of safe spaces for LGBTQ+ folks on social media.
Something to Talk About Live: May 6, 2020
This week's discussion topic is LGBTQ+ inclusion in faith communities.
What the +?: Understanding and Supporting Expansive LGBTQ+ Identities Recording & Training Toolkit
Lesbian. Gay. Bisexual. Transgender. Queer. Simple, right? Not for everyone. As allies become more engaged in LGBTQ+ spaces and advocacy, they often have questions about “the plus.” Please join PFLAG...
Something to Talk About Live: April 29, 2021
This week's discussion topic is impact that anti-trans legislation is having on families with gender diverse children.
Something to Talk About Live: April 22, 2021
This week's discussion topic is LGBTQ+ involvement and inclusion in the environmental justice movement.
Something to Talk About Live: April 15, 2021
This week's discussion topic is breaking the "walls of silence" around self-harm, suicidal ideation, and death by suicide.
Something to Talk About Live: April 8, 2021
This week's discussion topic is The Equality Act.
Something to Talk About Live: April 1, 2021
This week's discussion topic is the experience of college-aged LGBTQ+ folks during COVID-19.
Something to Talk About Live: March 25, 2021
This week's discussion topic is the significance and impact of the FX show Pose.
Something to Talk About Live: March 18, 2021
This week's discussion topic is the experiences of LGBTQ+ Mormons.
Something to Talk About Live: March 11, 2021
This week's discussion topic is the disappearance of lesbian bars in the US.
Something to Talk About Live: March 4, 2021
This weeks discussion topic is LGBTQ+ demographics in the US .
Be Kind, Rewind: Recognizing Your Role in Building Inclusion Recording & Training Toolkit
Nonstop social media. Quarantine. Political unrest. Baggage. And so many deadlines. Nearly everyone strives to be a more inclusive, kind leader, but getting it right is rarely easy. We are all...
Something to Talk About Live: February 25, 2021
This week's discussion topic is the Equality Act.
Something to Talk About Live: February 18, 2021
This week's discussion topic is the lack of BIPOC and LGBTQ+ diversity in major media award nominations.
Something to Talk About Live; February 11, 2021
This week's discussion topic is asexuality and aromanticism.
Something to Talk About Live: February 4, 2021
This week's discussion is black LGBTQ+ heroes throughout history.
Change the World in Two Minutes: How to Share Your Story Recording & Training Toolkit
Everyone’s got a story, but knowing how to shape and tell that story effectively is a skill that separates the talkers from the real change-makers. This highly interactive, 60-minute, session...
Something to Talk About Live: January 28, 2021
This week's discussion topic is the experience of LGBTQ+ folks living with a disability.
Something to Talk About Live: January 21, 2021
This week's discussion topic is the experiences of nonreligious LGBTQ+ youth.
Something to Talk About Live: January 14, 2021
This week's discussion topic is the experience of LGBTQ+ Wonder Woman fans.
Something to Talk About Live: January 7, 2021
This week's discussion topic is chosen families and the impact of COVID-19 has had on them.
Something to Talk About Live: December 17, 2020
This week's discussion topic is the experience of LGBTQ+ Jews in the US.
Something to Talk About Live: December 10, 2020
This week's discussion topic is conversion therapy and the PBS film Cured.
Something to Talk About Live: December 3, 2020
This week's discussion topic is PrEP, HIV/AIDS, and the decline of HIV-related deaths over the last eight years.
Supporting Trans & Nonbinary Loved Ones: What Would You Do? Recording & Training Toolkit
As people who are transgender and nonbinary become more visible, the need to have educated and engaged allies to support them becomes greater. In this session, we’ll review the core...
Something to Talk About Live: November 19, 2020
This week's discussion topic is the Transgender Day of Remembrance and anti-trans violence worldwide.
Something to Talk About Live: November 12, 2020
This week's discussion topic is the experiences of queer, Christian, Tejanos.
Something to Talk About Live: November 5, 2020
This week's discussion topic is self-care in the COVID-19 era.
Something to Talk About Live: October 29, 2020
This week's discussion topic is the significance of Halloween in LGBTQ+ culture.
Something to Talk About Live: October 22, 2020
This week's discussion topic is the history of "coming out" and the political significance it holds today.
Something to Talk About Live: October 15, 2020
This week's discussion topic is the experiences of LGBTQ+ Filipinos in the Philippines and in the US.
Something to Talk About Live: October 8, 2020
This week's discussion topic is the experience of LGBTQ+ Republicans and conservatives in the US.
Something to Talk About Live: October 1, 2020
This week's discussion topic is the casting of queer characters in popular media.
Something to Talk About Live: September 24, 2020
This week's discussion topic is the disappearance of LGBTQ+ newspapers, print media, and periodicals in the US.
Something to Talk About Live: September 17, 2020
This week's discussion topic is classic LGBTQ+ literature.
Something to Talk About Live: September 10, 2020
This week's discussion topic is the disenfranchisement of transgender voters due to strict voter-ID laws.
Something to Talk About Live: September 3, 2020
This week's discussion topic is the isolation many LGBTQ+ young people felt during stay-at-home orders in the COVID-19 era.
Something to Talk About Live: August 27, 2020
This week's discussion topic is LGBTQ+ gamers.
Something to Talk About Live: August 20, 2020
This week's discussion topic is the prevalence of anti-trans content on social media sites including Facebook.
Something to Talk About Live: August 6, 2020
This week's discussion topic is recent legal changes in Puerto Rico and the impact they will have on women and LGBTQ+ Puerto Ricans.
How to Stop Arguing About Religion but Make Your Point Recording & Training Toolkit
Religious objections still interfere with the equality of LGBTQ people, and arguments from the Bible, tradition, and religious authorities, are cited by critics to justify discrimination and abuse. We've heard...
Something to Talk About Live: July 30, 2020
This week's discussion topic is LGBTQ+ inclusion in professional men's sports.
Something to Talk About Live: July 23, 2020
This week's discussion topic is the mental health impacts COVID-19 has had on the LGBTQ+ population.
Something to Talk About Live: July 16, 2020
This week's discussion topic is the significance and impact of LGBTQ+ inclusive brands.
Something to Talk About Live: July 9, 2020
This week's discussion topic is the experience of people who are LGBTQ+ in rural America.
Something to Talk About Live: July 2, 2020
This week's discussion topic is the experience of people who are bi+ in LGBTQ+ and straight spaces.
Something to Talk About Live: June 25, 2020
This week's discussion topic is the significant role Black drag queens have played in the LGBTQ+ advocacy movement.
Something to Talk About Live: June 18, 2020
This week's discussion topic is how to celebrate Pride if you aren't out to everyone in your life.
Something to Talk About Live: June 11, 2020
This week's discussion topic is the Black Lives Matter movement and its impact on black, LGBTQ+ activists.
Something to Talk About Live: June 4, 2020
This week's discussion topic is essential LGBTQ+ pride songs.
Something to Talk About Live: May 28, 2020
This week's discussion topic is the experience of LGBTQ+ Muslims.
Something to Talk About Live: May 21, 2020
This week's discussion topic is online safety for people who are LGBTQ+ and the responsibility of moderators to create safe online space.
Something to Talk About Live: May 14, 2020
This week's discussion topic is LGBTQ+ representation in fantasy and science fiction.
Something to Talk About Live: May 7, 2020
This week's discussion topic is the ALA's banned book list - this week with author Lesléa Newman.
Something to Talk About Live: April 30, 2020
This week's discussion topic is the ALA's banned book list - and the 8 of 10 most challenged with LGBTQ+ content.
Something to Talk About Live: April 23, 2020
This week's discussion topic is changes in public opinion data about the right to religious refusal in the US.
Something to Talk About Live: April 16, 2020
This week's discussion topic is innovative projects helping to connect LGBTQ+ folks during the COVID-19 era.
Something to Talk About Live: April 9, 2020
This week's discussion topics is the shift of LGBTQ+ events to online formats in the COVID-19 era.
Something to Talk About Live: April 2, 2020
This week's discussion topic is LGBTQ+ films available on streaming services.
Something to Talk About Live: March 26, 2020
This week's discussion topic is how COVID-19 will impact Pride in 2020.
Something to Talk About: March 2020
Looking for ways to keep the conversation going about LGBTQ+ issues with your ERG, community group, or PFLAG chapter? Welcome to Something to Talk About, a monthly series designed by PFLAG National’s Straight for Equality program to create conversation about...
Something to Talk About: January 2020
Looking for ways to keep the conversation going about LGBTQ+ issues with your ERG, community group, or PFLAG chapter? Welcome to Something to Talk About, a monthly series designed by PFLAG National’s Straight for Equality...
Something to Talk About: November 2019
Looking for ways to keep the conversation going about LGBTQ+ issues with your ERG, community group, or PFLAG chapter? Welcome to Something to Talk About, a monthly series designed by PFLAG National’s Straight for EqualityTM program to create conversation about...
Something to Talk About: September 2019
Looking for ways to keep the conversation going about LGBTQ issues with your ERG, community group, or PFLAG chapter? Welcome to Something to Talk About, a monthly series designed by PFLAG National’s Straight for EqualityTM program to create conversation about...
When Someone Comes Out: A PFLAGers Guide to Demonstrating Support and Acceptance Recording & Training Toolkit
The term “coming out” has become so mainstream that many people assume that the word—and the actions it entails—are simple. However PFLAGers know that it can still be a harrowing...
Something to Talk About: July 2019
Looking for ways to keep the conversation going about LGBTQ issues with your ERG, community group, or PFLAG chapter? Welcome to Something to Talk About, a monthly series designed by PFLAG National’s Straight for EqualityTM program to create conversation about...
Possibility Models: Mentoring for LGBTQ Youth Recording & Training Toolkit
PFLAG National is a part of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America (BBBSA) LGBTQ National Advisory Council, which was launched in 2017 to support capacity building efforts for the LGBTQ youth...
Something to Talk About: March 2019
Looking for ways to keep the conversation going about LGBTQ issues with your ERG, community group, or PFLAG chapter? Welcome to Something to Talk About, a monthly series designed by PFLAG National’s Straight for EqualityTM...
Something to Talk About: January 2019
Looking for ways to keep the conversation going about LGBTQ issues with your ERG, community group, or PFLAG chapter? Welcome to Something to Talk About, a monthly series designed by PFLAG National’s Straight for EqualityTM program to create conversation about...
Vogue Theater joins with PFLAG Manistee to bring a film to life
The Vogue Theater has partnered with PFLAG Manistee for the viewing of “Boy Erased”
Homophobia in Washington State moves PFLAG to action
"Homophobic Facebook post incites fear and anxiety within the local LGBTQ community and anonymous individuals started a campaign to promote inclusiveness within Sedro-Woolley and Skagit Valley"
Something to Talk About: November 2018
Looking for ways to keep the conversation going about LGBTQ issues with your ERG, community group, or PFLAG chapter? Welcome to Something to Talk About, a monthly series designed by PFLAG National’s Straight for EqualityTM program to create conversation about...
Something to Talk About: September 2018
Looking for ways to keep the conversation going about LGBTQ issues with your ERG, community group, or PFLAG chapter? Welcome to Something to Talk About, a monthly series designed by PFLAG National’s Straight for EqualityTM program to create conversation about...
Something to Talk About: June 2018
Looking for ways to keep the conversation going about LGBTQ issues with your ERG, community group, or PFLAG chapter? Welcome to Something to Talk About a monthly series designed by PFLAG National’s Straight for Equality program to create conversation about...
Something to Talk About: May 2018
Looking for ways to keep the conversation going about LGBTQ issues with your ERG, community group, or PFLAG chapter? Welcome to Something to Talk About a monthly series designed by PFLAG National’s Straight for Equality program to create conversation about...
Something to Talk About: April 2018
Looking for ways to keep the conversation going about LGBTQ issues with your ERG, community group, or PFLAG chapter? Welcome to Something to Talk About a monthly series designed by PFLAG National’s Straight for Equality program to create conversation about...
National LGBTQ Organizations Join Waves Ahead to Rebuild Puerto Rico
Organizations Sending Volunteers for Community Action in May
Something to Talk About: March 2018
Looking for ways to keep the conversation going about LGBTQ issues with your ERG, community group, or PFLAG chapter? Welcome to Something to Talk About a monthly series designed by PFLAG National’s Straight for Equality program to create conversation about...
So You Think You Can Ally? Advanced Ally Engagement Skills for PFLAG Chapters Recording & Training Toolkit
PFLAG chapters support families, educate their community about the issues their loved ones face, and advocate for LGBTQ+ equality. Allies have become an integral part of that work as chapters...
Something to Talk About: February 2018
Looking for ways to keep the conversation going about LGBTQ issues with your ERG, community group, or PFLAG chapter? Welcome to Something to Talk About a monthly series designed by PFLAG National’s Straight for Equality program to create conversation about...
Something to Talk About: January 2018
Looking for ways to keep the conversation going about LGBTQ issues with your ERG, community group, or PFLAG chapter? Welcome to Something to Talk About, a monthly series designed by PFLAG National’s Learning & Inclusion through the Straight for Equality...
PFLAG National Board Member Susan Thronson "Won't Be Denied"
"Family acceptance for LGBTQ youth who face homelessness and attempt suicide at tragic and unacceptable levels.
Something to Talk About: November 2017
Looking for ways to keep the conversation going about LGBTQ issues with your ERG, community group, or PFLAG chapter? Welcome to Something to Talk About a monthly series designed by PFLAG National’s Straight for Equality program to create conversation about...

Coming Out Day: Creating the Safety and Extended Family Support System Our LGBTQ+ Loved Ones Need
PFLAG always looks forward to celebrating Coming Out Day alongside all of the amazing LGBTQ+ people in queer history, in our networks, and across the nation, who have had the strength and support to come out and live their truths....
Something to Talk About: September 2017
Looking for ways to keep the conversation going about LGBTQ issues with your ERG, community group, or PFLAG chapter? Welcome to Something to Talk About a monthly series designed by PFLAG National’s Straight for Equality program to create conversation about...

Better Allying in Challenging Times
With growing opposition and resistance to the current political realities in the US there have been new, inspiring examples of the impact that allies can have when they’re visible, vocal, and present. And that has the Straight for Equality team...

Straight for Equality: Self Care, Post-Pride
As summer begins in earnest and temperatures rise, is anyone else feeling just a little burnt out? The Straight for Equality team is feeling it for sure, and so this month, we’re calling on you to step back, take a...
Something to Talk About: July 2017
Looking for ways to keep the conversation going about LGBTQ issues with your ERG, community group, or PFLAG chapter? Welcome to Something to Talk About a monthly series designed by PFLAG National’s Straight for Equality program to create conversation about...
PFLAG and other pro-LGBT organizations advocate at Southern Baptist Convention’s annual meeting
Liz Owen, director of communications for PFLAG National, attended the Phoenix event and says it confirmed that LGBT acceptance is a value that r

PFLAGers Take Pride
For the past month, parades, marches, festivals, workshops, picnics, and parties have taken place around the world to celebrate LGBTQ Pride Month, which honors the Stonewall riots which took place in 1969 in New York City. PFLAGers...
Actor Adrian Grenier To Join Jenn-Air At PFLAG National HOT! Annual Fundraising Event
Actor, filmmaker, activist and musician Adrian Grenier, best known as the lead in the HBO hit series Entourage, will join guests at HOT!, the annual fundraiser in support
Something to Talk About: June 2017
Looking for ways to keep the conversation going about LGBTQ issues with your ERG, community group, or PFLAG chapter? Welcome to Something to Talk About, a monthly series designed by PFLAG National’s Straight for Equality program to create...
A Simple Challenge for Pride
Perhaps no one knows better than a PFLAGer how much work Pride can be. There’s months of planning, swimming in seas of rainbow swag, staffing booths at festivals, and, of course, soaking in the incredible love that fills our events....
Something to Talk About: May 2017
Looking for ways to keep the conversation going about LGBTQ issues with your ERG, community group, or PFLAG chapter? Welcome to Something to Talk About a monthly series designed by PFLAG National’s Straight for Equality program to create...
Something to Talk About: April 2017
Looking for ways to keep the conversation going about LGBTQ and ally issues with your ERG, community group, or PFLAG chapter? Welcome to Something to Talk About, a monthly series designed by PFLAG National’s Straight for Equality program...
PFLAG National to Honor Martha Plimpton
This year, the event will celebrate Tony and Emmy Award-winning actress Martha Plimpton, CNN political analyst Ana Navarro, and Alcoa.
CNN's Ana Navarro to be Honored by PFLAG
"With a wider political divide than ever before, as a nonpartisan organization we felt it was important to honor different ally voices of support for the LGBTQ community, and Ana Navarro is such an
Powerful Partnerships: Making Diversity & Inclusion Successful in PFLAG Chapters Recording & Training Toolkit
Creating a chapter-based diversity and inclusion outreach strategy isn’t always easy, but the benefits are tremendous and critical in helping you achieve PFLAG’s mission. And with the political realities...
Something to Talk About: March 2017
Looking for ways to keep the conversation going about LGBTQ issues with your ERG, community group, or PFLAG chapter? Welcome to Something to Talk About, a monthly series designed by PFLAG National’s Straight for Equality program to...
Something to Talk About: February 2017
Looking for ways to keep the conversation going about LGBTQ issues with your ERG, community group, or PFLAG chapter? Welcome to Something to Talk About a monthly series designed by PFLAG National’s Straight for Equality...
What Would You Do?: Tips and Tools for PFLAGers and Allies in Tough Situations Recording & Training Toolkit
In trying times visible, vocal, and active allyship is more significant than ever. PFLAG parents and allies, in communities nationwide, have the power to encourage LGBTQ inclusion and to...
Becoming Visible Allies
PFLAGers – just like nearly everyone across the U.S. – are likely to still be recovering from the range of emotions they felt after this month’s election.
Regardless of who you supported and how you feel about the outcomes, there...
PFLAG National Joins Britney Spears, Others Going Purple for #SpiritDay
The day is celebrated by schools, celebrities, companies and media outlets by wearing purple to show that they support the LGBT community and are taking a stand against bullying. See Michelle Visag

PFLAG Napa Quilt Project Honors Pulse Victims and PFLAG Orlando
PFLAG Napa recently completed a project that is touching hearts, minds, and lives....reaching all the way to Orlando.

Straight for Equality: Self-Care for Allies
Most of the time, this article is dedicated to highlighting an ally-focused effort, or news, or suggesting ways that allies can take action to support their LGBTQ friends. But this month, we need to change it up. This month,...

LDS Church and Suicide Prevention
This past November, LDS church leaders declared those in same-sex marriages apostates. The resolution prevents children of such couples from becoming church members or partaking in baptism until after the...

July: A Month about Freedom and the Courage to Achieve It
As June ends and July begins, many cities are still celebrating Pride. This year, the official Pride month (June) provided brilliant celebrations of how far we have come – one year since marriage equality! – as well as somber moments...

PFLAG Orlando Response Update
June has been a somber month for Pride. Our collective grief over Orlando is new territory for some, but in the days ahead our solidarity and unity will continue to be needed by so many who have been affected.
Our Trans & Nonbinary Loved Ones: Owning Your Role in Creating More Inclusive PFLAG Chapters Recording & Training Toolkit
PFLAG is dedicated to providing support to trans and non-binary folks and their families, educating the community about the issues that trans and non-binary people face, and advocating for fully...

An Inclusive Pride
Whether you celebrate Pride in June or elsewhere on the calendar, community events are a key place to let people know what you do, the services you provide, your commitment to supporting all people, and how they can connect with...
Top Ten Ways to Make Schools Safe
For too many of our children, attending school can be a frightening experience. And for parents, teachers, counselors, and administrators, providing a safe environment for young people can seem like a daunting task, especially when dealing with the issue of how to make not only classrooms, but all school facilities, more welcoming for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender students.
Freedom of Religion
When the Hobby Lobby decision was announced in 2014, PFLAG National issued the following statement: a clear, fair, and firm message on the organization’s position on freedom of religion.
Have Faith! Straight for Equality in Faith Communities for PFLAG Chapters Recording & Training Toolkit
Addressing issues at the intersection of faith and LGBTQ equality remains one of the biggest challenges and most important topics that PFLAG members and chapters across the country encounter...
Straight for Equality: Becoming a Trans Ally Recording & Training Toolkit
The inclusion of people who are transgender has been a long-term commitment for PFLAGers. And we’re proud to announce the release of a new publication that will help you and...
Straight for Equality in Healthcare Publication
This guide helps healthcare professionals understand how they too can help move equality forward. By being more inclusive in their language and learning more about the unique challenges that LGBT...
be not afraid - help is on the way! straight for equality in faith communities
be not afraid – help is on the way! straight for equality in faith communities aims to move the way we understand our religious beliefs and our relationships with LGBTQ people...
Straight for Equality: guide to being a straight ally
This guide will help you understand how straight allies fit in the effort to achieve equality for all. Learn more about what it means to be a straight ally and...
Straight for Equality: guide to being a trans ally
This publication, from our Straight for Equality program, will help you learn more about what transgender means, develop competency around talking about the issue, become better informed about the challenges...
PFLAG National Glossary of Terms
The power of language to shape our perceptions of other people is immense. Precise use of terms in regards to gender and sexual orientation can have a significant impact on demystifying many of the misperceptions associated with these concepts. However, the vocabulary of both continues to evolve, and there is not universal agreement about the definitions of many terms. A good best practice is to ask people what the words they use to describe themselves mean for them and how they would like you to use language when talking with or about them.
Straight for Equality is Ready to Celebrate
The Holidays Are Here and Straight for Equality is Ready to Celebrate
Heading into the New Year is a great time to reflect on where we’ve been, all that we have to celebrate this year, and where we’re...

S4E: Allies and the Holidays
PFLAG Santa Barbara and the Interfaith Pride Celebration
Today we hear from Georgia Noble of PFLAG Santa Barbara, who with her chapter helped to coordinate the first Interfaith Pride Celebration in the community.
We orchestrated the first Interfaith Pride Celebration here in Santa Barbara to take place in...
Engaging Educator Allies to Create Safer Schools
Back-to-school time means new backpacks and notebooks, making new friends, and learning lots of new things. But for many LGBTQ students, back-to-school time can be a stressful experience as they try to navigate their identities while figuring out everyday...

Creating Culture Change in Corporate America
June has always been the busiest month for PFLAG National’s Straight for Equality® in the Workplace program and 2015 will be no different. PFLAG National staff members Jean-Marie Navetta and Jody Huckaby will spend the month on the road, traveling...

Being Transgender for Our Child
Six months ago, our ten year old began to identify as transgender. This after spending years trying to explain it and find a way to fit in at school and...