Training & Workshops
Creating safer, more inclusive spaces for LGBTQ+ community members takes conversation, education, and commitment. Whether you’re part of a school, workplace, healthcare setting, conference, or community organization, our Safe Schools and Communities Program is here to help you move from intention to action.
Our approach is always tailored. We’ll work with you to understand your community’s needs and build a training or workshop that sets you up for long-term success. When you work with us, you’ll leave with tools, strategies, and a deeper understanding of how to foster inclusion — long after the session ends.
Want to see what we offer?
Take a look at the programs in our Greater Boston PFLAG Training Guide
Ready to get started?
Fill out our Training Program Interest Form, and we’ll schedule a call to learn more about your goals and get the process started.
Become a Trainer or Speaker
At Greater Boston PFLAG, we believe that sharing facts alongside personal stories is the most powerful way to change hearts and minds. Our trainers educate the public on LGBTQ+ topics and allyship. Our speakers bring lived experiences, reflections, and insights that help others better understand the realities of LGBTQ+ people and their families.
If you’re interested in sharing your story, leading conversations, or educating others, consider joining our Speakers Bureau. We provide training, support, and a stipend for your time and expertise. Once you’re trained, we’ll reach out with opportunities to speak and lead throughout the year.
Interested? Let us know here.
We’re especially proud to support and compensate our youth speakers thanks to the Manny Correia Youth Speaker’s Fund.
Greater Boston PFLAG is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, disability, personal appearance, family responsibility, political affiliation or any other status protected by applicable law. Women, LGBTQ people, people of color, people with disabilities, veterans, and immigrants are encouraged to apply.
What People Are Saying
“The presenters were well trained and adept at answering questions and addressing concerns. After each workshop PFLAG presenters met with members of the school staff to debrief, so that they could incorporate any improvements for the next workshop. They also brought a wealth of resources such as informational pamphlets and stickers. Teachers left the workshop with a sense of purpose, a foundation of knowledge and immediate action items for their classrooms. The program packed a wallop!”
— Middle School Teacher
“The format of the panel worked really well for us and hearing of the individual’s different personal stories was heartfelt and genuine and really touched those of us in the audience. I was impressed by the courage of all speakers to share their story so candidly with us, particularly the youngest of the panel! It helped the participants of our program to understand what some of the struggles can be for people questioning their gender identity. We absolutely look forward to having PFLAG present for us in the future.”
— Mental Health Agency