PFLAG National

Today is Spirit Day! Let’s show every young person that they’re loved and accepted for who they are. Wear purple today, October 17, and spread the message of inclusivity and support! 💜 Learn more about Spirit Day at glaad.org/spiritday

We're celebrating International Pronouns Day by highlighting the importance of respecting people’s pronouns today and every day. Pronouns reflect identity, and using them correctly helps foster inclusion and affirms everyone's right to be their authentic self. 🌈 Learn more about why pronouns matter at https://lnkd.in/gMUfehp5

This LGBTQ+ History Month, we’re honoring people who are not just trailblazers but are making history today. These inspiring folks have carved out incredible paths in advocacy, politics, art, and community. Their work is shaping the future for LGBTQ+ people everywhere, and we’re proud to uplift their stories. 1️⃣ Aria Sa'id – Aria Sa’id is a trans advocate and community leader, known for co-founding and serving as Executive Director of The Transgender District, the world’s first legally recognized transgender district in San Francisco. Her work centers around combating displacement, celebrating trans history, and creating safe, empowering spaces for trans people of color. 2️⃣ Sharice Davids – Sharice Davids is making history as one of the first Native American women elected to Congress and the first openly LGBTQ+ person to represent Kansas. A member of the Ho-Chunk Nation, she advocates fiercely for equality, justice, and Indigenous rights while breaking down barriers for the LGBTQ+ community in government. 3️⃣ Tourmaline – Tourmaline is an activist, filmmaker, and artist whose work explores the histories of Black, queer, and trans people. From her acclaimed film Happy Birthday, Marsha! to her contributions to the visibility of LGBTQ+ narratives, Tourmaline’s art is not just a celebration of identity—it’s a reclamation of history and resistance. 4️⃣ Alok Vaid-Menon – Alok is a gender non-conforming writer, artist, and advocate who uses their platform to challenge the gender binary and elevate the voices of marginalized communities. Their work continues to inspire dialogue around gender identity, self-expression, and LGBTQ+ rights. History is being made right now. As we reflect on the past, we also celebrate the present and look forward to a future shaped by leaders like them. 🌈✨

On National Coming Out Day, we celebrate the courage it takes to live authentically and recognize everyone who chooses to share their true selves with the world—whenever and however they feel safe doing so. Your identity is valid and you are loved just as you are. ❤️ 🧡 💛 💚 💙 💜 🖤 🤎🤍 Coming out is a personal journey, and it’s one you should never feel pressured to take. Whether you're out, thinking about it, or not ready yet—PFLAG loves you, supports you, and will be here for you every step of the way.

October is LGBTQ+ History Month, and we’re celebrating by honoring some incredible pioneers who paved the way. From activists to leaders, these icons have left a lasting legacy. 🌈 Sylvia Rivera – A pioneering transgender activist and a key figure in the 1969 Stonewall Riots, Sylvia Rivera co-founded the Gay Liberation Front and the Gay Activists Alliance, championing the rights of transgender people and those at the margins of society. Her work lives on in today's LGBTQ+ movements, inspiring generations of advocates for trans equality. Audre Lorde – A self-described “black, lesbian, mother, warrior, poet,” Audre Lorde used her powerful voice to challenge injustice, particularly regarding race, sexuality, and gender. Her poetry and activism continue to shape LGBTQ+ and feminist movements around the world. Barbara Gittings – Known as the mother of the LGBTQ+ civil rights movement, Barbara Gittings fought tirelessly for LGBTQ+ visibility, particularly in literature. She played a key role in the 1973 decision by the American Psychiatric Association to declassify homosexuality as a mental illness, making significant strides for LGBTQ+ acceptance. Harvey Milk – As one of the first openly gay elected officials in the U.S., Harvey Milk was a visionary leader who championed equality, fair housing, and LGBTQ+ rights during his tenure on the San Francisco Board of Supervisors. His assassination only further ignited the LGBTQ+ rights movement, solidifying his place in history.

Happy International Lesbian Day! 🧡🤍💜🩷 Today, we celebrate the strength, resilience, and joy of lesbians everywhere. Not only today, but all year long, we see and honor the contributions of lesbian individuals to our communities. We're #PFLAGProud to continue fighting for a world where everyone is free to love and live authentically.

Do you live in Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Ohio, Tennessee, or Texas? Today is the last day to register to vote in those states! 🗳️ Visit www.vote411.org/PFLAG to register to vote or check your registration! (If you're in Louisiana, today is the deadline to register by mail or in-person. You can register online until October 15th.)

We're #PFLAGProud to welcome ten new chapters to the PFLAG Chapter Network! Our PFLAG chapters provide support, education, advocacy, and so much more. 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️ Find your local PFLAG chapter by visiting pflag.org/find

Whether it’s for equality, justice, or the future of LGBTQ+ rights, your story can inspire others to take action. Use our social media toolkit to share why your love votes in the upcoming election. 🌈🗳️ Visit PFLAG.org/LoveVotes to get started, and let’s make sure every voice is heard.

It's Banned Books Week and we're #PFLAGProud to be a part of the Banned Books Week Coalition. Everyone deserves access to diverse stories, inclusive education, and the freedom to learn. 📚🌈 Learn more about how you can participate in Banned Books Week at BannedBooksWeek.org.