Randi Weingarten calls Donald Trump 'connoisseur of chaos and fear' at PFLAG event (exclusive)
She didn’t hold back during her interview with The Advocate ahead of the event at which she was being honored.
September 20 2024 3:51 PM
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PFLAG
Read the latest news about PFLAG, or Parents, Families, and Friends of Lesbians and Gays. Since its inception in 1972, PFLAG has grown to become the largest organization through which straight allies can support members of the LGBT community. Learn more about the history of the organization, which was founded by elementary school teacher Jeanne Manford after she discovered her gay son had become a victim of violence for his activism. Discover PFLAG's many campaigns and advocacy work that helps improve the lives of LGBT youth.
White House statement on transgender minors’ health care sparks outrage by LGBTQ+ rights groups
The Biden administration seems to be okay with some limits on bodily autonomy.
July 03 2024 2:09 PM
Flying the Pride flag is a gateway to ISIS, a Connecticut official claims as town passes ban
Almost immediately after coming under Republican control, a Connecticut town council has voted to ban the LGBTQ+ Pride flag at its town hall.
January 12 2024 10:45 AM
Experts Weigh in on the Realities of Gender-Affirming Care and the Dangers of Disinformation
Admiral Rachel Levine and Dr. Jesse Ehrenfeld address puberty blockers, FDA challenges, and the power of community engagement to combat misinformation in a crucial dialogue on trans health care.
November 03 2023 11:40 AM
41 Photos Celebrating 50 Years of PFLAG at Its National Convention
The organization was one of several LGBTQ+ rights groups founded in 1973.
November 02 2023 8:00 AM
Rachel Levine Discusses Disturbing ‘Medical Refugees’ Crisis Sweeping Across the U.S.
The assistant secretary for health tackles “medical refugees,” misinformation, and transgender health care challenges in an interview with The Advocate.
October 24 2023 11:59 AM
Jill Biden Champions LGBTQ+ Rights Movement's History Amid Rising Anti-Transgender Legislation
The first lady underscores the Biden-Harris administration’s unwavering support for LGBTQ+ rights at the PFLAG national convention amidst a torrent of discriminatory bills nationwide.
October 20 2023 5:00 PM
North Carolina's Gender-Affirming Care Ban for Transgender Youth Faces Legal Challenge
A new Lambda Legal lawsuit alleges HB 808’s ban on gender-affirming care for minors violates Constitution and Affordable Care Act rights.
October 11 2023 1:00 PM
Recalling a Cringe-Inducing But Powerful TV Coming-Out
This mom of a trans child reflects on the poise of PFLAG founder Jeanne Manford when she appeared with her gay son on Today.
June 06 2023 7:09 PM
1973: When the LGBTQ+ Movement Caught Fire
Stonewall shook the establishment, but four years later, queer rights started to take over the mainstream.
April 07 2023 1:59 PM
Texas Judge Blocks Investigations of More Trans-Supportive Families
Judge Amy Clark Meachum expanded her injunction against the "child abuse" probes to include a couple who sued and all PFLAG members.
September 16 2022 7:11 PM
Oreo & PFLAG Have Teamed Up to Create Limited-Edition Pride Cookies
Can we have a box of each, please?
June 22 2021 4:16 PM
One of the Nation's Most Enduring LGBTQ Groups Turns 45
PFLAG continues to prove that parental support is powerful.
October 17 2018 4:08 PM
PFLAG Turns 45 Years
New York parents who couldn't abide by their gay son's harassment in the early '70s created the influential support group.
June 25 2018 11:17 AM
PFLAG Rescinds Award to Joy Reid Over Antigay Blog Posts
The MSNBC host claims her blog was hacked, and the antigay posts were not written by her.
April 25 2018 5:37 PM
My Grandparents Created PFLAG
Avril Swan on the legacy of love and acceptance her family built 45 years ago.
March 12 2018 6:19 AM
PFLAG National Names Jaime M. Grant Executive Director
The family-oriented organization is putting an impressive mother in the driver's seat.
September 12 2017 10:26 AM
PFLAG Will Hold Trump Administration Accountable — Kids' Lives Depend on It
National PFLAG president Jean Hodges writes on standing up to the likes of Jeff Sessions and Betsy DeVos.
February 15 2017 12:12 AM
Yes, There Are Black Queers in Oregon and They Need Help
The former Portland black chapter of PFLAG, the only one of its kind in the nation, declares independence and sets a course toward racial justice.
August 25 2016 6:34 AM
This PFLAG Campaign in Schools Comes With Hidden Message
The posters come with a pro-LGBT message only visible if you takes a photo of it using a camera flash.
January 26 2016 6:30 AM