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PFLAG Oklahoma City is OKC's local chapter of PFLAG national, the nation's largest family and ally organization. Since its founding in 1973, it has evolved to include all members of the LGBTQ+ community, families and allies.
PFLAG Oklahoma City's mission is to provide education, advocacy, and support for everyone connected to the LGBTQ+ community. Our functions include peer support for parents navigating unfamiliar terrain and LGBTQ+ people seeking their chosen family. We want everyone to have the tools and education they need to effectively advocate for themselves, or on behalf of their loved ones. PFLAG OKC is passionate about creating an inclusive community in Oklahoma City where all are truly welcome.
It would not be a stretch to say that the work of PFLAG saves lives. Human beings are social animals. We need to belong to a loving, protective community and when we don’t, we hurt in so many ways. When LGBTQ+ kids are affirmed and supported by their families they’re less likely to suffer from depression or attempt suicide. When families are supported, they’re better able to provide the emotional resources their LGBTQ children/siblings need.
In addition to organized meetings, board members often provide individual support for individuals who require more than our group discussions, or who are not always comfortable sharing in a group setting. This can take the form of informal visits, phone calls, or referrals to agencies who can provide specialized services beyond the scope of PFLAG.
PFLAG OKC's core functions include monthly support groups, advocacy for all associated with the LGBTQ+ community, hosting potlucks, speakerships, film screenings, development trainings, and more.
Board President
Peer Support Facilitator
Jimmy became involved with PFLAG OKC in 2017. He found his way to PFLAG through his community service with the homeless population in the metro. He found that there was a significant part of that demographic that was LGBTQ+. PFLAG provides much needed support and education to not only those that nee
Board President
Peer Support Facilitator
Jimmy became involved with PFLAG OKC in 2017. He found his way to PFLAG through his community service with the homeless population in the metro. He found that there was a significant part of that demographic that was LGBTQ+. PFLAG provides much needed support and education to not only those that need it to help them adjust and cope with the reality that a loved one has come out to them, but also the general public as a whole. Jimmy feels a great synergy in educating families so that less LGBTQ+ individuals will suffer homelessness due to ignorance. Jimmy lives in OKC and is a local realtor.
PFLAG OKC Administrative Liaison
Peer Support Facilitator
Brande became involved with PFLAG OKC in 2015. She become involved in the community after her youngest daughter came out as lesbian, and eldest daughter as pansexual. Although Brande was fully affirming to her daughters, she learned that not all families were as supportive. She wan
PFLAG OKC Administrative Liaison
Peer Support Facilitator
Brande became involved with PFLAG OKC in 2015. She become involved in the community after her youngest daughter came out as lesbian, and eldest daughter as pansexual. Although Brande was fully affirming to her daughters, she learned that not all families were as supportive. She wanted to provide support and advocacy to the LGBTQ+ community and felt that PFLAG OKC was the best outlet. Brande lives in OKC and works as a mortgage loan consultant.
Board Treasurer
Charles joined PFLAG OKC in 2017. He is a Grant Accountant and the Procurement Administrator for the Association of Central Oklahoma Governments. Charles has been in the Accounting field for over 15 years and has volunteered with several LGBTQ+ organizations in the past and present. Charles is committed to helping PFLAG OK
Board Treasurer
Charles joined PFLAG OKC in 2017. He is a Grant Accountant and the Procurement Administrator for the Association of Central Oklahoma Governments. Charles has been in the Accounting field for over 15 years and has volunteered with several LGBTQ+ organizations in the past and present. Charles is committed to helping PFLAG OKC continue to thrive and grow.
Charles is known for his love of all things philanthropic and enjoys community service.
Board Member
Carissa joined PFLAG OKC as a board member in 2021.
Board Member
Sam joined PFLAG OKC as a board member in 2021.
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