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Join PFLAG Los Angeles:
Help Lead Change and Support LGBTQ+ Communities
PPFLAG Los Angeles is seeking passionate individuals to join us in various roles to help shape a future where LGBTQ+ individuals are celebrated, supported, and empowered. This is your chance to make a meaningful difference in our community!
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About PFLAG LA
PFLAG LA is dedicated to creating a caring, just, and affirming world for LGBTQ+ people and those who love them.
Our work focuses on three pillars: education, advocacy, and support. We invite you to join us in building a safer, more inclusive world for all.
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Why Join Us?
Make a Tangible Difference: Lead and support efforts to create safer and more inclusive environments for LGBTQ+ individuals and their families while advancing the mission of PFLAG LA.
Expand Your Network: Collaborate with advocates, community leaders, and individuals practicing LGBTQ+ allyship to build meaningful connections.
Develop Your Leadership: Gain valuable leadership experience while applying your expertise for lasting impact, whether through board leadership, support group facilitation, or public speaking.
We know that systemic barriers impact access to opportunities, so we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the qualifications. All positions receive training.
Don’t see a role that interests you? Sign up for volunteer alerts to be notified when other opportunities become available.
Current Open Positions
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Can’t commit to a recurring position?
Express general volunteer interest to support on a one-time or ad hoc basis.
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Role Expectations
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Commitment of 3-4 hours per month for a two-year term.
Maintain a current PFLAG LA membership.
Attend quarterly board meetings and training as needed.
Actively participate in advancing our mission through your expertise and networks.
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Commitment of 3-4 hours per month for a two-year term.
Maintain a current PFLAG LA membership.
Attend meetings and training as needed.
Actively participate in advancing our mission through your expertise and networks.
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Facilitate a minimum of 4 support group sessions per year.
Maintain current PFLAG LA membership.
Participate in initial training and ongoing development.
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Participate in at least 4 speaking engagements per year.
Maintain current PFLAG LA membership.
Complete storytelling and presentation training and refreshers.
Share personal experiences appropriately for diverse audiences.
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General Qualifications
If you’re passionate about our mission but don’t meet every qualification, we still want to hear from you. We value diverse experiences and perspectives, which strengthen our organization, so please don’t hesitate to apply!
Does Our Mission Align with Your Values? Commitment to advancing PFLAG’s mission of creating a caring, just, and affirming world for LGBTQ+ people and those who love them. Deeply understands and actively supports the organization’s three pillars of education, advocacy, and support, while embodying PFLAG’s values of accountability, bravery, inclusivity, and collaboration to foster a culture of safety, empowerment, and belonging for all.
Do You Care About the LGBTQ+ Community, Allyship, and Intersectionality? Strong personal, professional, and/or lived experience with LGBTQ+ communities. Has a deep understanding of intersectionality and intersectional experiences, or is willing to learn.
Do You Value Collaboration? Partners effectively with others to achieve organizational goals. Demonstrates strong communication skills to engage, inspire, and maintain relationships with diverse perspectives and experiences.
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How to Apply
Board Members and Volunteers
To apply to a board position or volunteer position, you’ll need to:
Attach your resume.
Answer these questions in a cover letter:
Which open board role(s) are you most interested in?
What motivates you to support PFLAG LA’s mission, and what unique perspectives do you bring to support our mission?
What experiences do you hope to gain as a board member?
Co-Facilitators and Speaker’s Bureau
Co-facilitator and speaker’s bureau applications are accepted on a rolling basis. To apply, you'll need to:
Attach your resume.
Answer these questions in a cover letter:
Which role(s) interest you (co-facilitator or speaker)?
What motivates you to support PFLAG LA’s mission?
What relevant experiences or skills do you bring?
What to Expect After Applying
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Submit Your Application
Initial Interview (30-minute Zoom)
Second Interview (30-45 minute Zoom)
Note: For some roles, you might be asked to provide two professional or community references after your second interview.Invitation
Complete Onboarding and Training
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Submit Your Application
Initial Interview (30-minute Zoom)
Second Interview (30-45 minute Zoom)
Note: For some roles, you might be asked to provide two professional or community references after your second interview.Invitation
Complete Onboarding and Training
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Submit Your Application
Initial Interview (30-minute Zoom)
Note: For some roles, you might be asked to provide two professional or community references after your interview.Invitation
Complete Onboarding and Training
Shadow Experienced Facilitator/Attend Future Panel
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Submit Your Application
Initial Interview (30-minute Zoom)
Note: For some roles, you might be asked to provide two professional or community references after your interview.Invitation
Complete Onboarding and Training
Shadow Experienced Facilitator/Attend Future Panel
We strongly encourage individuals from LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC communities to apply.
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