PFLAG Lubbock

05/23/2026

https://pflag.org/resource/about-the-q/

PFLAG National uses the letter "Q" to denote both "Q***r" and "Questioning."

05/23/2026

https://www.them.us/story/what-does-queer-mean

In their own words, LGBTQ+ people explain what this divisive, liberating term means to them.

05/23/2026

https://www.splcenter.org/resources/stories/is-queer-ok-to-say-heres-why-we-use-it/

Q***r: pejorative or reappropriated term? Yes and yes. But after members of our community questioned our use of the word, we want to explain.

05/23/2026

🤔 What exactly is mutual aid? It’s a term often used in advocacy spaces, but many people may not be clear on its definition, even if they have already unknowingly participated in mutual aid projects!

Leveraging PFLAG’s nearly 55 years of experience and the expertise of the grassroots organizers involved in our network of more than 360 chapters, at our upcoming PFLAG Academy Online virtual learning session, “Mutual Aid: Rethinking Volunteerism to Meet Community Needs” participants will:

• Consider the ways that mutual aid differs from charity work and other kinds of community service.
• Review strategies and best practices for individuals to get started with mutual aid work.
• Discuss a few of the ways you, in your capacity as a member of your community, can connect with others to develop a mutual aid project or network.
• Identify tools that will help you learn more about mutual aid, evaluate your ongoing work, and adjust as needed.
• Access resources that can help people like you establish a mutual aid network.

Join the conversation on May 28 at 8:30pm ET by registering today at pflag.org/onlineacademy

See you there!

05/23/2026

As we remember the life and legacy of Harvey Milk today, we re-commit ourselves to his vision: “All young people, regardless of sexual orientation or identity, deserve a safe and supportive environment in which to achieve their full potential.” —Harvey Milk

Today and every day, we will fight for all LGBTQ+ people to be safe, celebrated, empowered, and loved. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

05/23/2026

05/23/2026

Don’t forget on May 31 to join us for a FREE reading and Q&A by Nico Lang, a nonbinary, award-winning journalist and author. Nico will be reading from their 2024 novel American Teenager: How Trans Kids Are Surviving Hate and Finding Joy in a Turbulent Era.

The event will include a Q&A with the author as well as a FREE GIVEAWAY of a copy of American Teenager!

4:00PM | Hollingsworth Hall Cultural Center

05/18/2026

Join PFLAG National’s Advocacy Team next week on Wednesday, May 20 at 8:30pm ET / 5:30pm PT for our 2026 Legislative Session Wrap Up! Hear from our team as we review what passed, what didn’t pass, and the amazing work our PFLAG advocates did to fight for our pride at statehouses around the country. The session will include a brief presentation, Q&A, and next steps you can take as this legislative season comes to an end.

Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend; whether you’re an expert advocate or just getting started in your advocacy journey, all can benefit from this webinar. Register today at pflag-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_8X42mvt8RImnfPfS2zm13g

See you there!