| Parents, Families and Friends of Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Persons |
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| PFLAG - Central Maryland Chapter |
Meetings: Central MD chapter meetings are held 7:30pm to 9:00pm on
the first Wednesday each month. We alternate locations between
Hagerstown and Frederick. There is a main topic of each meeting, followed
by general discussions and announcements. Individual information/direction,
if needed, is provided after the meeting. Some meetings are preceded by
our book club. See the calendar for more details. Everyone is welcome at
our PFLAG meetings; there is absolutely no fee or membership required.
the first Wednesday each month. We alternate locations between
Hagerstown and Frederick. There is a main topic of each meeting, followed
by general discussions and announcements. Individual information/direction,
if needed, is provided after the meeting. Some meetings are preceded by
our book club. See the calendar for more details. Everyone is welcome at
our PFLAG meetings; there is absolutely no fee or membership required.
Mission: Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG)
promotes the health and well-being of gay, lesbian bisexual and transgender
persons, their families and friends through:
* support, to cope with an adverse society
* education, to enlighten an ill-informed public
* advocacy, to end discrimination and to secure civil rights
PFLAG provides an opportunity for dialogue about sexual orientation, and
acts to create a society that is healthy and respectful of human diversity. If you
are looking for a safe place to laugh, cry, question, or celebrate; to have frank
discussions with gays and lesbians and their allies; to learn more about the
effects of homophobia in our society; and to advocate for a more just society,
our chapter is the place for you.
promotes the health and well-being of gay, lesbian bisexual and transgender
persons, their families and friends through:
* support, to cope with an adverse society
* education, to enlighten an ill-informed public
* advocacy, to end discrimination and to secure civil rights
PFLAG provides an opportunity for dialogue about sexual orientation, and
acts to create a society that is healthy and respectful of human diversity. If you
are looking for a safe place to laugh, cry, question, or celebrate; to have frank
discussions with gays and lesbians and their allies; to learn more about the
effects of homophobia in our society; and to advocate for a more just society,
our chapter is the place for you.
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| Upcoming events in 2010: Apr 16: National Day of Silence. See site. Apr 18: Rock for (Social Security) Equality DC. See site. Apr 24: Youth Pride Day DC. See site. Jun 4-13: Capital Pride in DC. See site. Jul 31: Gay Games begin in Cologne, Germany. See site. Oct 11: National Coming Out Day. Nov 20: National Transgender Day of Remembrance. |
| 2010 membership renewals are due. One-time donations also accepted. See our brochure for mailing address. Did you know we get over 200 visitors per month to this website? We have handed out many, many copies of Now That You Know to area parents in need of information. We awarded a small amount of scholarship money to the winning active community supporter. We cosponsored a showing of For The Bible Tells Me So. (We also lend out the DVD.) We support Gay Straight Alliances in local high schools. We are often the first resource for parents. Please help support our efforts by becoming a member. All money goes toward the cause. Last year several church groups have donated a portion of fund raisers and the performers at Deer Creek Lodge also made a significant donation, thanks! |
| Next Meeting: Wed April 7th in Hagerstown Several leaders of area affirming churches will host a discussion of religious options in our area and their strive to be open and affirming. |
| BREAKING NEWS (2/24): Maryland Attorney General says "High Court Likely to Rule in Recognition of Same-Sex Marriages Performed Elsewhere". Read the full opinion here. |
| PFLAG got creamed at the laser tag event in March. Fun anyway! |