Information and Resources for the LGBTQ+ Community
PFLAG (Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays) Portland Oregon
Founded in 1972 with the simple act of a mother publicly supporting her gay son, PFLAG is the nation's largest family and ally organization. Uniting people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) with families, friends, and allies, PFLAG is committed to advancing equality and full societal affirmation of LGBTQ people through its threefold mission of support, education, and advocacy.
PFLAG has over 400 chapters and 200,000 members and supporters crossing multiple generations of American families in major urban centers, small cities, and rural areas in all 50 states.
This vast grassroots network is cultivated, resourced, and serviced by PFLAG National, located in Washington, D.C., the National Board of Directors and 13 Regional Dire
In 1990, a small, but dedicated group of teachers in Massachusetts came together to improve an education system that frequently allowed its lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) students to be bullied, discriminated against and/or fall through the cracks.
Over 25 years later, that small group has grown into the leading national education organization focused on ensuring safe schools for all students. Today, we’re known as GLSEN, the Gay, Lesbian & Straight Education Network.
We face a pervasive problem with a set of new challenges. 8 out of 10 LGBT students are still harassed at school each year because of who they are.
We are working to change that.
At GLSEN, we want every student, in every school, to be valued and treated with respect, regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We believe that all students deserve a safe and affirming school environment where they can learn and grow.
We accomplish our goals by working in hallways across the country -- from Congress and the Department of Education to schools and district offices in your community -- to improve school climate and champion LGBT issues in K-12 education.
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We conduct extensive and original research to inform our evidence-based solutions for K-12 education.
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We author developmentally appropriate resources for educators to use throughout their school community.
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We partner with decision makers to ensure that comprehensive and inclusive safe schools policies are considered, passed and implemented.
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We partner with dozens of national education organizations to leverage our shared expertise into creating great schools and better opportunities for every student.
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We empower students to affect change by supporting student-led efforts to positively impact their own schools and local communities.
Every day GLSEN works to ensure that LGBT students are able to learn and grow in a school environment free from bullying and harassment. Join us as we transform our nation’s K-12 schools.
Triangle Club/Gender and Sexuality Safe Zone
Teh Gender and Sexuality Safe Zone at Chemeketa Community college runs as safe place for both LGBTQ+ and anyone else needed. The environemnt is known for being acepting to all and having people that accept others and respect everyone on the space. Certain times are designnated for more 'sensative' issues as we are willing to help anyone with any issue relating to anything at the safe space. We are run primarily by volunteers; however, even when we are unable to provide the needed resource/support we can get you connected to someon who can.
The Triangle Club works directly with the Safe Zone. It meets weekly each term and will be meeting Fridays from 2-4 in Bld 2 Rm 232 during SPpring Term 2016.
Chemeketa's Triangle Club welcomes all CCC students and community members who wish to come to talk, joke, laugh and discuss important LGBT+ community developments.
Currently we have many new members, and we welcome you all to partake in meetings, the weekly minutes discussions, as well as our upcoming events, listed below. For more information on an individual event, please click the link (if applicable) as it will take you to an individual page.
And as always, please feel free to contact any of our officers, the club email, or visit us at Chemeketa (Salem Campus) whenever you see us around!
Hours for both the Safe Zone and the Triangle Club Meetigns can be found at the Traingle Clubs Website.
Our Mission
Basic Rights Oregon will ensure that all lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender Oregonians experience equality by building a broad and inclusive politically powerful movement, shifting public opinion, and achieving policy victories. Basic Rights Oregon is a member of the Equality Federation.
Our Vision
Basic Rights Oregon works fearlessly and tirelessly to build a strong, vibrant, powerful and progressive movement for LGBTQ equality. We understand that LGBTQ Oregonians exist in every community, and that we have to engage in strategic and values-based coalitions to address the many needs of our communities. As such, building alliances with progressive groups that advocate for working families, racial justice, immigrant rights, reproductive justice, and campaign reform will be essential to win policies that meet the varied needs of our diverse community.
We recognize that within our LGBTQ communities, many of us experience both privilege and oppression on a daily basis. We know that despite leading the nation in statewide legal protections, LGBTQ Oregonians are far from full legal equality. Our vision is to be a leader in political and policy work that centers the needs of four critically important communities:
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LGBTQ people of color, including LGBTQ immigrants & refugees of color, who bear the brunt of homophobia, transphobia, racism, and xenophobia.
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Trans, genderqueer and gender nonconforming people, who face astonishing rates of violence and discrimination, and whose basic rights are far from secure.
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LGBTQ youth, who face high rates of homelessness, bullying and suicide, and who are present and future leaders for LGBTQ equality and social justice.
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LGBTQ people beyond the Portland Metro area, who are often isolated, whose needs are distinct from those in Portland, and who face unique barriers to reach the promise of true lived equality.
Vision:
A broadened positive perception of LGBTQ people.
Mission:
The center provides a safe space to support and celebrate LGBTQ diversity, equity, visibility and community building.
Values:
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We value families premised on love and commitment.
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We value the strength, capabilities and goodness of LGBTQ people.
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We value our allies and advocates.
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We value the education, empowerment and well-being of our communities.
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We value leadership and positive role models.
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We value our similarities and embrace our differences.
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We value full inclusion, respect and equality.
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We value financial strength and long-term viability.
The mission of the Queer Resource Center of Southern Oregon University is to provide visible and accessible advocacy for the needs of queer students while expanding awareness and knowledge of queer issues on campus and in our community. The QRC works to encourage relationship building and support systems in order to empower every person to have a positive university experience, to grow as a self-aware individual, and to be a responsible community member.
Our Mission Statement: SalemPride.com was created to act as a resource guide for the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender community in Salem, Oregon. We will provide news, information, resources and networking opportunities at no cost to our GLBT community.
Our Vision: To bring the Salem, Oregon GLBT community closer together. We have a vibrant, active community of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered people in our community. We are much more friendly and mutually supportive than many other cities. Our vision includes readily available information about local GLBT resources and activities, and strength through unification in our community.
Our Beliefs: We believe in the worth and dignity of all people regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identity, race, gender, religion, economic or social status, age or physical ability. We will strive to promote the welfare and rights of the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender community.
Mission Statement: The mission of Salem Transgender Network is to provide a safe and caring network for transgendered individuals. Membership is open to all who self-identify as transgendered or interesexed including male to female or female to male transsexuals, crossdressers and gender variant individuals. Family and friends are also welcome. We're dedicated to improving the quality of life for transgendered people in Salem.
People like you help Pride Foundation transform our community.
Pride Foundation is a Northwest leader in the pursuit of equality for the LGBTQ community. As a donor-supported community foundation and a catalyst for change, we support transformative philanthropy, programs, and individuals that help people find joy and strength in who they are.
Since 1985, donors and volunteers have helped award nearly $38.5 million to support critical organizations, innovative projects, students, and leaders—addressing existing and emerging community needs in urban, rural, and remote communities throughout the Northwest—creating the largest LGBTQ community foundation in North America.
Through scholarships, grants, advocacy and community leadership, Pride Foundation donors and volunteers are helping us to transform our communities and culture. Our work ripples through communities, inspiring equality at every point along the way.