publicationsHere are some publications from the PFLAG website that are free for you to download. They are in PDF format.
Our Trans Children, Fifth Edition This is the newest version of the PFLAG Transgender Network (TNET) cornerstone publication. Our Daughters and Sons: Questions and Answers for Parents of Gay, Lesbian, and Bisexual People One of our most popular publications, this is a "must read" for parents who are forming new and honest relationships with a loved one who has come out to them. Be Yourself: Questions and Answers for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Youth This publication offers a supportive approach to common questions asked by teens who may be questioning their sexual orientation. Faith in Our Families: Parents, Families and Friends Talk About Religion and Homosexuality By using personal experiences, this publication provides examples for reconciling your faith with the knowledge that a loved one is gay. Opening the Straight Spouses' Closet Finding out a spouse is gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgendered can be difficult. Questions about sexual orientation, fidelity, self-esteem and fear often go unanswered. From Our House to the Schoolhouse: A Safe Schools Publication Making schools safe for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered youth is an important part of PFLAG's work. Facts about anti-gay harassment in schools and important legal landmarks are detailed in this booklet for educators. Resources and a "safe schools checklist" are also included. ACADEMICSStacey L. Williams, Ph. D.
Assistant Professor Department of Psychology East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN 37614 LENNON@mail.etsu.edu Joan LePage, MSW, LCSW Board Certified Diplomate in Clinical Social Work Evolutions Counseling Centre 600 E. Unake Avenue Johnson City, TN 37601 423-915-6750 www.evolutionscounselingcentre.com Charles W. Lewis II Visiting Asst. Professor of Sociology Tusculum College Greeneville, TN 37743 wlewis@tusculum.edu Steven M. Shulruff, M.D. Associate Professor and Clinic Director Coordinator of Psychotherapy Training Dept. of Psychiatry and Behavorial Sciences, ETSU James H. Quillen College of Medicine Box 70567 Johnson City, TN 37614-1707 423-439-2205 shulruff@etsu.edu Ray A. White, LPC-MHSP Counselor/Adjunct Faculty Walters State Community College Greeneville & Morristown ray.white@ws.edu Ashley Browning Sociology Instructor Roger Stout- 218-C haveheart721@gmail.com (859) 248-7027 |
10 ways to become an allyDownload the Straight for Equality Guide
There are literally hundreds of ways that you can show support as a straight ally -- from the way that you respond in conversations to what companies you support to which legislators you elect. Here are 10 simple ways to get started. One: Become informed about the realities, challenges and issues affecting the lives of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender (GLBT) people’s lives through websites, books, documentaries, and educational materials. Two: Be open about having GLBT friends, family or acquaintances that you value, respect, and are grateful to have in your life. When you talk about them, don’t omit the fact that they are GLBT. Three: Speak up when you hear derogatory slurs or jokes and don’t use them yourself. Four: Ask if you are unsure how a GLBT friend, family member or acquaintance would like their significant other to be referred to or introduced, rather than avoiding acknowledgment of the relationship. Five: Help your kids learn about and appreciate all different kinds of families. Be mindful of the day-to-day messages that they are receiving about GLBT people and issues in school, from friends, and on TV and talk about what they encounter with them. Six: Quit or don’t join organizations that overtly discriminate. Let them know why you are leaving or not joining in the first place. Seven: Support GLBT-owned and GLBT-friendly businesses. Eight: Encourage and support company policies and programs that promote a positive work environment for GLBT employees at your workplace. If your company has a GLBT network group, join and encourage them to include straight allies so more people can be openly supportive of their work. Nine: Write letters to the editor of your newspaper to comment as a straight ally on why you support respectful and equal treatment for GLBT people. Ten: Call, write, e-mail, or visit public policy makers and let them know that as a straight person who votes, you support laws that extend equal rights and protections to GLBT people. And here's one more... If you haven't already, take the Straight for Equality Pledge and get a friend (or two) to do the same! |
