Welcome to the Tacoma, Washington chapter of PFLAG, supporting the families of LGBTQ and gender non-conforming people, their allies and their community.
PFLAG is a volunteer organization with locations throughout the USA and other parts of the world. We promote the health and well-being of gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and questioning persons, their families and friends. Please note that our primary goal is to provide education and emotional support. Due to limited resources, we are cannot provide financial support to individuals.
PFLAG is a volunteer organization with locations throughout the USA and other parts of the world. We promote the health and well-being of gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and questioning persons, their families and friends. Please note that our primary goal is to provide education and emotional support. Due to limited resources, we are cannot provide financial support to individuals.
Upcoming Meeting: March 11th
Guest Speaker: Rakhel Silverman
Rakhel Silverman is the Engagement Officer for PFLAG International for the Western US region. She will be speaking about her position and how she can help our chapter. Her presentation will be approx 1hr.
Email us to join the meeting
PFLAG Tacoma meets every month. Want to join the support group each month? We'd love to meet you!! Join us via Zoom by clicking here!
Guest Speaker: Rakhel Silverman
Rakhel Silverman is the Engagement Officer for PFLAG International for the Western US region. She will be speaking about her position and how she can help our chapter. Her presentation will be approx 1hr.
Email us to join the meeting
PFLAG Tacoma meets every month. Want to join the support group each month? We'd love to meet you!! Join us via Zoom by clicking here!
You are invited to participate in a brief online survey (average time: 15-20 minutes) that aims to learn more about the experiences of LGBTQ+ people of color (POC) who use dating/social applications (“apps” or “hookup apps”), including how they navigate instances of racism on said apps. Examples of these apps include Grindr, Tinder, Scruff, Hornet, Bumble, and many others.
To participate, you must meet the following criteria:
1. be at least 18 years old or older;
2. live in the United States of America;
3. identify as a LGBTQ+ POC;
4. have used a dating/social app (e.g., Grindr, Tinder, Scruff, etc.) within the past 12 months.
If you qualify for this study and choose to participate, you will be asked to complete several questionnaires that relate to your use of dating/social apps, racism, mental health, coping strategies, and how you view your racial/ethnic identity. Responses to the survey are anonymous and you are free to stop participating at any time.
Participants who qualify for and complete this study are eligible to enter a drawing for 1 of 14 $25 Amazon.comgift cards.
Thank you for considering this research opportunity. If you have any questions, please contact David Hutsell atdhutsell@spalding.edu or Dr. DeDe Wohlfarth at dwohlfarth@spalding.edu. This study has been approved by the Spalding University Research Ethics Committee (REC; Study #: 202057).
If you would like to learn more information, participate, and/or share this study with others, please use the following url link: https://lgbtq-dating-app-study.questionpro.com/ You can also referenced the attached PDF.
Thank you,
- David
David Hutsell, M.A.
He/Him/His (What's This?)
Doctoral Candidate
Spalding University
School of Professional Psychology
To participate, you must meet the following criteria:
1. be at least 18 years old or older;
2. live in the United States of America;
3. identify as a LGBTQ+ POC;
4. have used a dating/social app (e.g., Grindr, Tinder, Scruff, etc.) within the past 12 months.
If you qualify for this study and choose to participate, you will be asked to complete several questionnaires that relate to your use of dating/social apps, racism, mental health, coping strategies, and how you view your racial/ethnic identity. Responses to the survey are anonymous and you are free to stop participating at any time.
Participants who qualify for and complete this study are eligible to enter a drawing for 1 of 14 $25 Amazon.comgift cards.
Thank you for considering this research opportunity. If you have any questions, please contact David Hutsell atdhutsell@spalding.edu or Dr. DeDe Wohlfarth at dwohlfarth@spalding.edu. This study has been approved by the Spalding University Research Ethics Committee (REC; Study #: 202057).
If you would like to learn more information, participate, and/or share this study with others, please use the following url link: https://lgbtq-dating-app-study.questionpro.com/ You can also referenced the attached PDF.
Thank you,
- David
David Hutsell, M.A.
He/Him/His (What's This?)
Doctoral Candidate
Spalding University
School of Professional Psychology
Tacoma Film Festival FEB 26- MARCH 7
DCFF will be screening several films featuring LGBTQ+ stories and filmmakers that may be of interest to you! Continuing its tradition of celebrating the ingenuity of independent filmmakers, the Festival will showcase 39 features and short films from ten countries. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the Festival will take place virtually from Feb. 26 to March 7, 2021.
The LGBTQ+ films are highlighted here, but please feel free to view our entire film lineup! Tickets to individual films are now available to purchase here. Early Bird VIP passes are currently on sale at a discounted rate of $50 until Feb. 1, while students are eligible to receive free passes by applying here. If there is significant interest in purchasing individual film tickets within your network, we are more than happy to offer a bundle discount - just let me know!
In addition to 10 days of film screenings, the Festival will present the following free, public events curated by DCFF’s Advisory Board:
The LGBTQ+ films are highlighted here, but please feel free to view our entire film lineup! Tickets to individual films are now available to purchase here. Early Bird VIP passes are currently on sale at a discounted rate of $50 until Feb. 1, while students are eligible to receive free passes by applying here. If there is significant interest in purchasing individual film tickets within your network, we are more than happy to offer a bundle discount - just let me know!
In addition to 10 days of film screenings, the Festival will present the following free, public events curated by DCFF’s Advisory Board:
- Sunday, Feb. 28 at 2 p.m. - A New Generation of Storytellers, Co-Presented with The National Film Festival for Talented Youth (NFFTY)
- Saturday, March 6 at 1 p.m. - Beyond Inclusion: Equity, Opportunities & Film
- Saturday, March 6 at 4 p.m. - Foundations of a Screenplay Workshop: The Logline
GLSEN Washington State's 2021 Virtual LGBTQ+ Youth Leadership Conference!
This is our 16th annual conference, intended for queer and trans identified youth, allies and educators.
This FREE, day-long event is a great opportunity to meet LGBTQ+ advocates and youth leaders, attend workshops, and learn more about how to start a GSA.
This year, we have an amazing mix of speakers, interactive workshops, online networking opportunities with community organizations, and more!
The conference will include specific events centered around Queer and Trans People of Color, Trans/Gender Noncomforming youth, LGBTQ+ youth in sports, restorative justice practices, an affirming Makeup workshop, and so much more!
We are so excited to meet you all and talk about how to bring affirming, intersectional, and inclusive practices into your school--whether you are an educator or a young person!
CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE!
This is our 16th annual conference, intended for queer and trans identified youth, allies and educators.
This FREE, day-long event is a great opportunity to meet LGBTQ+ advocates and youth leaders, attend workshops, and learn more about how to start a GSA.
This year, we have an amazing mix of speakers, interactive workshops, online networking opportunities with community organizations, and more!
The conference will include specific events centered around Queer and Trans People of Color, Trans/Gender Noncomforming youth, LGBTQ+ youth in sports, restorative justice practices, an affirming Makeup workshop, and so much more!
We are so excited to meet you all and talk about how to bring affirming, intersectional, and inclusive practices into your school--whether you are an educator or a young person!
CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE!
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Click the image above to learn more about the Pride Foundation's Scholarship program!!
Tacoma PFLAG aims to be inclusive of our Deaf & Hard of Hearing Queer community members at all meetings. ASL interpreting is available, as well as captioning. Please let us know your accessibility needs if you are attending so that we are appropriately inclusive and equitable.
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