Are you questioning your sexual orientation and wondering if you might be gay? It’s completely normal to have questions about your identity, and it’s important to remember that only you can determine who you are.
If you’re looking for support and guidance as you explore your identity, one of the best resources you might consider is reaching out to a PFLAG chapter. PFLAG is an organization that offers support, education, and advocacy for LGBTQ+ individuals, their families, and allies. By connecting with us or your local PFLAG chapter, you can talk to other parents and LGBTQ+ people who have gone through similar experiences and can offer support and advice.
PFLAG can be one of the best resources if you’re thinking about coming out to your parents/family. We can help you learn the best way to share your identity with your family and understand how this impacts you and those you love.
If you’re not ready to attend an in-person meeting or if you’re concerned about being outed, many PFLAG chapters also offer virtual support meetings where you can remain anonymous. This can be a great way to connect with others and find support from the comfort of your own home.
It’s important to remember that everyone’s journey is different, and there is no one “right” way to be gay. What matters most is that you feel comfortable and confident in who you are. If you’re not sure where to start, reaching out to a supportive community like PFLAG can be a great first step.
Below are some additional links to some of our related resource documents:
- The Genderbread Person
- Better Understanding of Sexual Orientation and Homosexuality
- Facts About Sexual Orientation and Youth
Remember, you are not alone! There are many people out there who are willing to listen and support you as you explore your identity. Don’t be afraid to reach out and contact us for help – it could make all the difference.
“On June 12, 2016, the lives of 49 people were taken by brutal, hate-fueled violence at the Pulse Nightclub in Orlando. These individuals had parents and families, friends and neighbors who loved them, and who miss them, and now in 2021, Congress has voted to ensure this country will not forget them,” said Brian K. Bond, Executive Director of PFLAG National. “PFLAG National pledged then to continue working against bias-based violence and in support of policies that protect LGBTQ+ people from hatred, harassment, and harm. The National Monument recognizing the massacre of LGBTQ+ people at the Pulse Nightclub is a call to action, reminding us all that the work must continue.” “Five years ago, I held the shoulders of sobbing parents and other survivors. I lit candles in vigil with friends and watched the crowd at the memorial grow from a handful to thousands across cultures and faiths, united by grief and searching for solace. I did what I could, as a Latino transgender compadre, for my brothers, sisters, and siblings in Orlando and Kissimmee where most Pulse patrons lived,” said Diego M. Sanchez, APR, Director of Advocacy, Policy, and Partnerships for PFLAG National. Sanchez continued, “The 49 people murdered at Pulse lived at a dangerous intersection of discrimination: For who they were, who they loved, and for their families’ roots. In most communities, if an intersection is dangerous, stop signs, stoplights, speed bumps, and other mitigations are placed to save lives. In this country, the intersection of discrimination continues to take lives, nearly unabated, because endangering LGBTQ+ people continues to be legal in much of the country. The memory of these 49 people demands to be honored with action and equality, as the law of the land and in the hearts and minds of all who live in this country.” 