PFLAG Westminster - Carroll County
About PFLAG Westminster - Carroll County
PFLAG Westminster - Carroll County represents a grassroots community of volunteers in Westminster, Maryland, united by a shared commitment to supporting LGBTQIA+ individuals and celebrating human diversity. Composed entirely of volunteers representing all ages, sexual orientations, and gender identities, this nonprofit organization embodies the principle that diversity isn't merely celebrated—it is lived and experienced within their own membership.
Founded on the belief that every person deserves to be welcomed and supported, PFLAG Westminster operates with three core pillars: providing support to help individuals navigate an often adverse society, offering education to enlighten communities about sexual orientation and gender identity, and engaging in advocacy to eliminate discrimination and secure equal civil rights. The organization is intentionally non-sectarian and non-political, creating space for people from diverse faith backgrounds and belief systems to come together.
Meeting at St. Paul's United Church of Christ—an Open and Affirming congregation—PFLAG Westminster provides a welcoming sanctuary where individuals can connect authentically with others on similar journeys. The chapter's commitment extends beyond meetings to active community participation, including marching in Pride Parades as an expression of unconditional love and engaging in legislative advocacy. Whether someone is questioning their identity, supporting a loved one, or seeking community as an ally, PFLAG Westminster - Carroll County welcomes all people seeking connection, understanding, and collective action toward building a society that respects and celebrates human diversity.