PFLAG Somerset
About PFLAG Somerset
Founded in 1973 after the simple act of a mother publicly supporting her gay son, PFLAG is the nation's largest family and ally organization.
PFLAG is the first and largest organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) people, their parents and families, and allies. With over 400 chapters and 200,000 members and supporters crossing multiple generations of families in major urban centers, small cities, and rural areas across America, PFLAG is committed to creating a world where diversity is celebrated and all people are respected, valued, and affirmed.
This vast grassroots network is cultivated, resourced, and serviced by the staff of PFLAG National, the National Board of Directors, and the all-volunteer Regional Directors Council.
PFLAG Somerset was established in 2019. PFLAG Somerset is a member of the Somerset-Pulaski County Chamber of Commerce.
For more information please email pflagsomerset@gmail.com or visit https://pflag.org/about
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Membership
become a member
You're invited to become a member of PFLAG Somerset! Membership allows you to become a member of PFLAG national as well as a voting member of PFLAG Somerset. A household membership is $25*. Thanks to a generous donor, national dues have been covered for the first 100 members of PFLAG Somerset, so currently household memberships are only $10. A household membership grants membership to every interested individual living with you. Click below for more information and to sign up! You do not have to be a member of PFLAG Somerset to access resources or attend meetings and public events.
*National dues of $15 are included with membership.
Support Meetings
Support Meetings are confidential and all are welcome - LGBTQ youth and adults, family members, friends, allies, and those who wish to learn more about LGBTQ+ issues. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Support meetings are held on the fourth Thursday of each month at the Pulaski County Public Library at 6:00pm, unless otherwise noted. Check below for information about the next meeting.
*In person meetings are currently postponed due to COVID-19. Please check the community events tab*
The September Meeting has been cancelled due to COVID-19. Use the button in the above section to sign up to receive our monthly newsletter, or scroll down below to stay up to date. Please reach out to us if you need support.
Meet Our Board of Directors
Kat Moses - President
Kat Moses, MPA - President of PFLAG Somerset and lead organizer of Chill In/Out and Proud Somerset, was born and raised in Pulaski County. Her favorite aspects of being a PFLAG Somerset board member are the stories from parents of LGBTQ-identifying kids who finally get it, whose understanding has been aided by the agency’s existence. Seeing love and acceptance spread throughout our community is stunning to witness.
Ron Kidd - Vice President
Our Vice President is Ron Kidd, B.A., Drama/Speech, Radio/TV; M.A., Secondary Ed/Theatre, Morehead State University, KY.
Permanent Teaching Certification in KY and NY in Speech/Drama/English with 17 years experience in KY and NY, grades K-12. 29 years as an NYC-based union actor/stage manager (AEA, SAG, AFTRA). Retired.
Ian Ries - Treasurer/Webmaster
Ian was born and raised in Nancy, Kentucky. Ian holds a Master of Science in Environmental Studies and works as an environmental educator. He is proud to help foster the LGBTQ+ community in the Lake Cumberland area and can't wait to see how it grows and thrives.
Lynsey Stevens - Secretary
Bio coming soon!
Michael Held - Board Member
Hi there, my name is Michael! Local drag queen, pride organizer, and avid rock collector. I'm excited to be building bridges of love and understanding in the town I've called home for 29 years!
Patricia Shackleford - Board Member
Patricia has lived in Pulaski county for 9 years and is proud of her three children who all identify as LGBTQ+. She works as a screen printer at Acorn Designs, is a veteran of the United States Navy, and serves as a non skating official with the SomerCity Roller Derby.
MJ Burnette - Board Member
Bio coming soon!
Mary Taylor Huntsman - Board Member
Bio coming soon!
Jenny Denney - Board Member
Bio coming soon!
