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Parents, Family, and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) originated shortly after the [[1972 Gay Pride Parade]] in [[New York]], when [[Jeanne Manford]] decided to march alongside her gay son, Morty, carrying a sign that read “Parents of Gays, Support Our Children.” This act caught the attention of several other [[gay]] and [[lesbian]] marchers, who approached her to request that she speak to their own parents. From this experience, Manford decided to create a support group for other parents with gay or lesbian children. As Manford’s group gained exposure, similar support groups were established across the country. In 1979, representatives from these groups met in [[Washington D.C.]] “Parents For Lesbians and Gays” (P-FLAG) was formed. | Parents, Family, and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) originated shortly after the [[1972 Gay Pride Parade]] in [[New York (disambiguation)|New York]], when [[Jeanne Manford]] decided to march alongside her gay son, Morty, carrying a sign that read “Parents of Gays, Support Our Children.” This act caught the attention of several other [[gay]] and [[lesbian]] marchers, who approached her to request that she speak to their own parents. From this experience, Manford decided to create a support group for other parents with gay or lesbian children. As Manford’s group gained exposure, similar support groups were established across the country. In 1979, representatives from these groups met in [[Washington D.C.]] “Parents For Lesbians and Gays” (P-FLAG) was formed. | ||
===Growth and National Exposure=== | ===Growth and National Exposure=== | ||
In 1980, P-FLAG made its mark by distributing information to various sources across the nation. This expanded their influence to the point where they were mentioned in a "[[Dear Abby]]" advice column. Because of the sudden recognition, P-FLAG members decided to launch a national organization in 1981. The first office was established in [[Los Angeles]] under founding President Adele Starr. In 1982, the group was granted non-profit, tax-exempt status. In 1987, PFLAG relocated to [[Denver]]. In 1993, PFLAG, now operating from [[Washington DC]], added “Families” to its name and expanded its mission statement to include bisexuals. In 1998, [[trans-gendered people]] were added as well. | In 1980, P-FLAG made its mark by distributing information to various sources across the nation. This expanded their influence to the point where they were mentioned in a "[[Dear Abby]]" advice column. Because of the sudden recognition, P-FLAG members decided to launch a national organization in 1981. The first office was established in [[Los Angeles, California|Los Angeles]] under founding President Adele Starr. In 1982, the group was granted non-profit, tax-exempt status. In 1987, PFLAG relocated to [[Denver, Colorado|Denver]]. In 1993, PFLAG, now operating from [[Washington DC]], added “Families” to its name and expanded its mission statement to include bisexuals. In 1998, [[trans-gendered people]] were added as well. | ||
==Current objectives and activities== | ==Current objectives and activities== | ||
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==Achievements== | ==Achievements== | ||
Throughout the 1980s, PFLAG was actively involved in opposing [[Anita Bryant]]’s anti-gay, “Save Our Children” crusade, in which Bryant argued that homosexual parents would influence the sexuality of the children they adopted. They also fought the U.S. Military’s agenda to discharge lesbians. In the early 1990s, a chapter in [[Massachusetts]] worked to pass the first “Safe Schools” legistlation in the country. One PFLAG family is credited for having influenced a ruling by the Department of Education that Title 9 protected gay and lesbian students from harassment based on sexual orientation. | Throughout the 1980s, PFLAG was actively involved in opposing [[Anita Bryant]]’s anti-gay, “Save Our Children” crusade, in which Bryant argued that homosexual parents would influence the sexuality of the children they adopted. They also fought the U.S. Military’s agenda to discharge lesbians. In the early 1990s, a chapter in [[Massachusetts (U.S. state)|Massachusetts]] worked to pass the first “Safe Schools” legistlation in the country. One PFLAG family is credited for having influenced a ruling by the Department of Education that Title 9 protected gay and lesbian students from harassment based on sexual orientation. | ||
==Public perception and controversies== | ==Public perception and controversies== | ||
The mid 1990’s “Project Open Mind” created controversy with advertisements that included anti-LGBT quotes from several people. | The mid 1990’s “Project Open Mind” created controversy with advertisements that included anti-LGBT quotes from several people. Pat Robertson, an outspoken televangelist, threatened legal action against television stations that aired these ads, as he had been quoted for one of them. The case garnered national media attention. | ||
==References == | ==References == | ||
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Parents, Families, and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) was founded in 1972. It is an interest group comprised of friends and family members that act in support of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgendered people. HistoryFoundingParents, Family, and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) originated shortly after the 1972 Gay Pride Parade in New York, when Jeanne Manford decided to march alongside her gay son, Morty, carrying a sign that read “Parents of Gays, Support Our Children.” This act caught the attention of several other gay and lesbian marchers, who approached her to request that she speak to their own parents. From this experience, Manford decided to create a support group for other parents with gay or lesbian children. As Manford’s group gained exposure, similar support groups were established across the country. In 1979, representatives from these groups met in Washington D.C. “Parents For Lesbians and Gays” (P-FLAG) was formed. Growth and National ExposureIn 1980, P-FLAG made its mark by distributing information to various sources across the nation. This expanded their influence to the point where they were mentioned in a "Dear Abby" advice column. Because of the sudden recognition, P-FLAG members decided to launch a national organization in 1981. The first office was established in Los Angeles under founding President Adele Starr. In 1982, the group was granted non-profit, tax-exempt status. In 1987, PFLAG relocated to Denver. In 1993, PFLAG, now operating from Washington DC, added “Families” to its name and expanded its mission statement to include bisexuals. In 1998, trans-gendered people were added as well. Current objectives and activitiesObjectives and BeliefsPFLAG has taken stances on several issues that are important to the LGBT community, such as:
ProgramsPFLAG has also started several programs to help their cause. “Stay Close” was started in 2006 in an effort to encourage friends and families of Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgendered people to pledge their support. Other nationally coordinated programs include “From Our House to the School House,” “The Diversity Network,” “Bringing the Message Home,” and “Welcoming Faith Communities.” Organizational StructureOrganizationPLFAG is organized into chapters that extend to over 500 communities. These communities are then divided into 14 regions across the United States of America. Every region in PFLAG then elects its own "Regional Director" to represent it. PFLAG is run by a 21 member "Board of Directors."
AffiliatesAffiliation with PFLAG largely depends on the size of the group. a Representative is a person of a family member working with PFLAG. Two more more individuals working with PFLAG constitutes a Chapter, and State Councils are a statewide organization of PFLAG chapters, representatives, and at-large members. AchievementsThroughout the 1980s, PFLAG was actively involved in opposing Anita Bryant’s anti-gay, “Save Our Children” crusade, in which Bryant argued that homosexual parents would influence the sexuality of the children they adopted. They also fought the U.S. Military’s agenda to discharge lesbians. In the early 1990s, a chapter in Massachusetts worked to pass the first “Safe Schools” legistlation in the country. One PFLAG family is credited for having influenced a ruling by the Department of Education that Title 9 protected gay and lesbian students from harassment based on sexual orientation. Public perception and controversiesThe mid 1990’s “Project Open Mind” created controversy with advertisements that included anti-LGBT quotes from several people. Pat Robertson, an outspoken televangelist, threatened legal action against television stations that aired these ads, as he had been quoted for one of them. The case garnered national media attention. References |