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 5:30pm, unless otherwise noted. Check below for information about the next meeting.
WE ARE MEETING IN PERSON AGAIN!
The June Meeting is a go, and it is scheduled for June 22, 2023. It will be held at the John Sherman Cooper Community Arts Center. Use the button in the above section to sign up to receive our monthly newsletter (which we hope to roll out soon), or scroll down below to stay up to date. Please reach out to us if you need support.
Meet Our Board of Directors
Michelle fisher - President/web *apprentice*
Michelle Fisher (She/They) is the President of PFLAG Somerset, Vice President of Pulaski County Operation UNITE, and LAV Attorney with AppalReD Legal Aid. She has called this community home since moving here to work with survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking nearly 7 years ago. She was introduced to the theory of intersectionality (Kimberle Crenshaw) while studying Political Science and Philosophy (as well as Arabic language and culture) at Vassar College. It has informed her life's work ever since. She believes strongly in chosen family, and it is her goal to make this community a place where everyone can thrive.
Ron Kidd - treasurer
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.
Frankie Turner-Barrett - Secretary
Frankie is 40, turning 41 this year (and instructed us to post this, we promise). He and his husband have been legally married for 9 years, but they have been together since 2002. He is currently employed at the Circuit Clerk's office as a Deputy Circuit Clerk. He is an open book and can have a conversation with anyone, even when meeting someone for the first time.
jasmine andrews - Board Member
Bio coming soon!
MJ Burnette - Board Member
Bio coming soon!
Beth debord - Board Member
Beth is a rocker and passionate advocate for all folks, and she takes to heart that Christ died for us all. She lives with purpose, spreading the love of Jesus to all--as He intended. She is a mean bassist with a heart of gold. She's been through the fire, and she fears nothing.
Jenny Denney - Board Member
Bio coming soon!
stephanie massengale - Board Member
Bio coming soon!
taylor priest - Board Member
Taylor is a vocational skills coach at a nonprofit education center for neurodivergent adults. He loves traveling with his fiance, spending time at home with his fur babies, and eating all the good food. He joined PFLAG and decided to be on the BOD when he realized he could be an asset to the queer community in Somerset. According to Taylor, "I'm the man I needed when I was 16."
Mary Taylor - Board Member
Mary Taylor is a librarian (the noblest profession, we might add), historian, and alumna of the University of Kentucky. She is a lifelong ally from Greensburg, Kentucky. She drives a Subaru, the first car-maker to pitch its advertising to the LGBTQ+ community. To this day, you'll see many Subarus at Pride, horse shows, and dog shows, three events with heavy intersectional participation.
Jacob Turner-Barrett - Board Member
Bio coming soon!
