Resources

LGBTQIA+ Terms

What do all of the letters stand for in LGBTQIA+? You can find a list of vocabulary and terms.

National Surveys of LGBTQ youth

The Human Rights Campaign 2018 LGBTQ Youth Report, GLSEN 2017 National School Climate Survey, and the GA State Snapshot of School Climate

Mental Health Resources

Are you searching for a mental health therapist for yourself, a family member, or a child/teen? Find a list of self-identified therapists who work with members of the LGBTQIA+ community.

Find a list of helpful resources that apply to educational institutions. This information will be relevant for parents, teachers, administrators, social workers, counselors, etc who are interested to learn about policies and procedures affecting LGBTQ students in K-12 schools. In addition, resources for making your school more LGBTQ inclusive are listed.

Medical Resources

We are fortunate to have resources for medical care within the surrounding area which is LGBTQ+ inclusive for all individuals.

Local Partner Organizations

Athens Pride & Queer Collective

Athens Pride + Queer Collective is dedicated to the advancement of equity, affirmation, diversity, and wellness of queer populations in the greater Athens area by working with historically marginalized communities through outreach, social connection, education, and events.

Groups for Youth

See a list of local and online groups for LGBTQIA+ youth

LGBTQ+ Houses of Worship/Churches/Synagogues in the Athens GA area

Upcoming Events

January 27, 2023 LGBTQ+ Youth Group and Parent Discussion Circle in Athens

January 27, 2023 (Thursday)

In partnership with Athens Pride Queer Collective, Pflag Athens Area will host a discussion circle during the LGBTQ+ youth group meeting time. We will meet separately from the youth group to have a free and open conversation between family members, parents, and LGBTQ+ allies. Mask wearing at your discretion.

6:30 First Presbyterian Church Downtown Athens, GA

185 E. Hancock Avenue (enter from the College Ave.

Happy Holidays 2022!

Pflag Athens Area is on a break from November to January. We will return with parent discussion meetings in January associated with the Athens Pride + Queer Collective Youth group meetings.

If you need 1:1 assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out by email. Join our Facebook group for new events in January.

Stay tuned.