This weekend! PFLAG Philadelphia and GALAEI are hosting 'Now Presenting,' a free identity affirming hair and makeup event for teens and young adults! Interest form is linked in our LinkTree.

Today, we celebrate the boundless love, strength, and courage of all mothers, including those who identify as LGBTQ+. Your love knows no bounds, your sacrifices are immeasurable, and your presence is a gift to us all. Happy Mother's Day to every mom, in every form. #MothersDay

University of Pennsylvania, SAFELab is recruiting participants for a research study focused on learning more about self-identified LGBTQ+/Queer individuals, particularly how they define and experience joy! You can find the interest form in the LinkTree in our bio.

Yesterday, our constituent services intern attended @think_iba 's Young Professionals program's kick off event with Beyond the Bells Tours! We toured the Gayborhood, learned some pretty awesome LGBTQIA+ history, and got to mingle with other LGBTQIA+ young professionals.

Philadelphia's rich and diverse history is no secret. On the last day of Black History Month, we are spotlighting Michael Hinson, an influential LGBTQ+ individual from Philadelphia who made significant contributions to the community and the City.

Philadelphia's rich and diverse history is no secret. As we conclude the last week of Black History Month, we are spotlighting influential LGBTQ+ individuals from Philadelphia who have made significant contributions.

After tireless work, the #SafeandEqual schools bills that the PA Coalition for Trans Youth drafted are moving to committee! These bills will protect ALL our kids from discrimination, bullying, & erasure, & ensure schools are a healthy learning environment.
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Have you signed up yet to volunteer for the City of Philadelphia 2024 Point-In-Time Count? Join us on 1/24 and/or 25 to help count/survey youth & adults who are experiencing #unsheltered #homelessness . Learn more & sign up today! bit.ly/2024phlPITsign…

Visit the William Way Community on December 25, 2023 from 12-2 pm for a free holiday meal sponsored by the Office of LGBT Affairs!
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We’re proud to announce that Philadelphia has earned a 100 on Human Rights Campaign’s 2023 Municipal Equality Index! Our city will continue working to ensure our LGBTQ+ community is safe, welcomed & respected. Learn more about this year’s scorecard: hrc.org/MEI #MEI2023

On November 20 from 6-8 p.m., William Way, The IBA, and the Office of LGBT Affairs are holding an event to commemorate Transgender Day of Remembrance. There will be live entertainment and free food.

On October 27th at 6pm, William Way will be hosting an intergenerational dance celebrating and empowering women from all walks of life within the LBTQ+ community. The event is free and will have food and music. We hope you’re able to make it!

Tuesday, the Mayor signed Executive Order 4-23 to protect people seeking, receiving, and providing gender-affirming health care.
This EO will ensure transgender and gender-diverse people are protected and cared for with equal rights in Philadelphia. #PHLForAll

On this National Latinx HIV AIDS Awareness Day, 1 in 4 Latinx Philadelphians diagnosed with HIV are diagnosed late. Be in the know! Learn more about HIV testing, including self-testing, in Philadelphia at phillykeeponloving.com #StopHIVTogether #NLAAD

Happy National Coming Out Day Philadelphia!
#PHLForAll

Beyond Magenta by Susan Kuklin is a non-fiction book that interviews six genderqueer young adults, describing their sense of identity before, during, and after transitioning. This book is best suitable for middle school students and up.

All Boys Aren’t Blue by George M. Johnson is about growing up Black and queer, and feeling different but not having the words to express it. This book is for high school students and adults, with its contents touching upon consent, agency, and sexual abuse.

On Friday, October 6 at noon, @phillylgbtgov will host a Flag Raising Event at City Hall to kick off LGBTQ+ History Month & celebrate National Coming Out Day. Join us for speakers & performers from across the LGBTQ+ community as we raise the More Color More Pride Flag! #PHLForAll

Know your rights as a tenant!
Here's some helpful info put together by the Illegal Eviction Action Team in collaboration with Philadelphia Legal Assistance that goes over your rights as a tenant and what you can do if they've been violated.

Mark your calendars for Fostering Pride—an inspiring discussion hosted by Philadelphia DHS about resources and services that support LGBTQ+ youth, including becoming a #resourceparent . Register now: eventbrite.com/e/fostering-pr….