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Providing support to help both family and friends of gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender (GLBT) people, and GLBT people themselves, is central to our mission. PFLAG also features two special affiliates providing additional support for transgender people and for the straight spouses of GLBT people.
Frequently Asked Questions: Answers to 15 questions that often come up when a family member or friend tells you that they are GLB or T.
For Family and Friends: Some helpful information for families and friends just learning that a loved one is GLB or T. This section also includes PFLAG's "Do's and Don'ts for Family and Friends."
For GLBT People: Information on coming out to family and friends as well as a special feature on "Tips for the Holidays"
For transgender people and their families: Learn more about PFLAG's Transgender Network (TNET), a group dedicated to supporting transgender people and their families.
For Straight Spouses: Finding out that a spouse is GLB or T is a tremendous challenge. This special PFLAG affiliate offers resources, support, and information for families going through this experience.
Find a Chapter: Locate a PFLAG chapter near you!
Family Stories: Hear first-person stories about the coming out process from PFLAG members.
Resources: Books, films, and other media that will help you to understand your family member or friend (or yourself), and your reactions to their coming out. This also includes information about PFLAG's publications, Tips & Tactics, Weekly Update, and the PFLAGpole.