From KOMO News: “A proposal to bar transgender girls from participating in girls’ sports has failed for a second consecutive year in Washington, falling short of the supermajority required for approval by the state’s high school athletics governing body. “On April 20, 2026, the Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA) voted on the measure as part … Read more
From The Seattle Times, Dec. 19, 2025, by Elise Takahama: “Pediatricians and legal experts in the state expressed outrage Thursday at a new federal effort to effectively ban gender-affirming care for minors nationwide, reminding Washingtonians that these medical services remain protected here. “The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services early in the day revealed … Read more
On Nov. 7, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court declined a request to hear a challenge to marriage equality. PFLAG National CEO Brian K. Bond (he/him), made the following statement: “Today the U.S. Supreme Court did the right thing by dismissing a case questioning settled law that ensures the freedom to marry extends to same-sex couples … Read more
We are days into an administration that is working overtime, using ugly language to demean the values we hold dear, and taking actions to harm our loved ones and neighbors. Yet our LGBTQ+ community is strong, our stories are powerful, and our love is louder. Here are some things you can do, right now, to … Read more
In an unprecedented cross-movement partnership, Vet Voice Foundation – the leading nonpartisan veterans advocacy group – and PFLAG have come together to issue a clarion call for support and affirmation of trans youth and their families with a new PSA campaign. “Branden’s Daughter” is a compelling, direct testimonial ad from a father simply asking for … Read more
Watch PFLAG National’s newest short documentary “Pieces of Me,” which centers on the life of New York-based artist and transgender activist Joslyn DeFreece and creates a filmic collage about the growth and healing that comes from art, love, family, community, and courage. “Pieces of Me” tells the story of Joslyn DeFreece, a successful writer, actress, … Read more
The Winter issue of Seattle Pride Magazine, which is available now in print (look for it around town) and online, wrote a wonderful article about some of the parents and volunteers involved with PFLAG Seattle. It’s a poignant collection of stories that you’ll want to read and share.
Filmmaker Stephanie Tran (they/them), a young, queer, Vietnamese filmmaker, approached PFLAG National with an idea for a film to amplify and honor LGBTQ+ Asian, Asian-American, and Pacific Islander (AAPI) voices. They have brought their vision to life with the film “A Place to Call Home.” “This film,” said Stephanie, “Is extremely important to me because … Read more
On Wednesday, March 17, PFLAG National Board Member Dr. Edith Guffey, testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee to pass H.R.5, the civil rights legislation known as the Equality Act. As Conference Minister of the Kansas-Oklahoma Conference of the United Church of Christ, an African American woman, and a mother whose son is trans and nonbinary, … Read more
This new film shows the love between Jen and Amy, exploring parent-child relationships, and the challenges of bringing a partner home for the first time – especially for the LGBTQ+ community. The film highlights the true importance of family love, support, and affirmation. The #ProudParent platform is our partnership with OREO, aimed at empowering and … Read more
