By Linda Bratsen A panel of LGBTQIA immigrants addresses PFLAG Houston’s monthly public meeting on Sunday, July 8, 2018. Negative attitudes and policies directed at immigrants and LGBTQIA communities are on the rise. Thousands flee their home countries every year, escaping persecution and even threats of the death penalty. The panelists will share experiences that
By Linda Bratsen What an exciting time of year! If you have never experienced the excitement of marching in the Houston LGBT Pride Parade, please consider marching with PFLAG Houston on the evening of June 23. The special bond between PFLAG Houston and the LGBTQ community is contagious, as evidenced by the roar of
By Linda Bratsen Jay Mays and Robin Mack, two passionate and artistic community activists, are the guest speakers at PFLAG Houston’s monthly public meeting. Scheduled Sunday March 11, their presentation is titled A is for Ally: Creating Gender Inclusive Environments Together. Collaborating with their lifelong friend, Mel Reiff Hill, Mays and Mack created The Gender
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