Mid-Columbia Pride

04/08/2022

Would you like to participate in the 2022 Q***r Choice Awards for the Tri-Cities? Well, here's your chance! Click on the link to submit your nominations!
"There are 11 different categories, ranging from date spots and activities to health care and pets. You do not need to add an answer for each question - if you don't have a preference or strong opinion, it's fine just to skip that one. When we ask for the best, we hope you will think about: how inclusive the business is as a whole, how welcome and safe open and out LGBTQIA+ members are when going there, how well they treat their employees, and how well they treat you."

First annual awards brought to you by members of the LGBTQIA+ Tri-Cities, WA community.

06/01/2021

Local LGBTQ+ resources!

Local, statewide, regional, and national LGBTQ+ resources in Washington.

05/21/2021

Some new neurodivergent pride gear :)

With International Day Against LGBTQIA+ Discrimination being this week and around 35% of autistic people identifying as LGBTQ+ (three times the general population), I’m so excited to announce my newest collection of rainbow Different Not Less beanies.
With 100% soft touch acrylic fibres, double knitted, a super-duper comfortable one-size-fits-all fit, these beanies have become a staple in my wardrobe, and I’m so excited for them to be a staple in yours, too!

Who we are is exactly who we’re supposed to be. It’s time for acceptance, love and equality.
Both within society, and within ourselves.

LINK TO BUY:

https://www.chloehayden.com.au/product/colourful-beanie-different-not-less/

05/03/2021

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Sometimes we have to "mask", "code switch", "pass" or otherwise change ourselves for safety-- but being who you are in safe spaces is so vital to your mental wellbeing. 💖

[Image of the silhouettes of three young adults jumping outdoors, with text that reads “Being who you are is so much more important than fitting in will ever be.” - Cheryl B. Evans ]

04/16/2021

Are you interested in joining the executive board of, or in becoming a committee chair for PFLAG Benton-Franklin? We have many positions on both the board and in the committees. We'd love for you to join us!

If you're interested, please send an email to

[email protected]

We'd love to hear from you! 🌈

[Image description: white text on a navy blue background reads, "Are you interested in joining the executive board of, or in becoming a committee chair for PFLAG Benton-Franklin? If so, send an email to [email protected] We'd love to hear from you!" A rainbow in the colors of pink, orange, and teal us below the words and connects to two fluffy white clouds. The PFLAG Benton Franklin logo is in the left cloud.]

04/11/2021

How do we make sure our homes, classrooms, and groups are safe, welcoming, and inclusive of q***r youth? 🏳️‍🌈 In this workshop for parents, caregivers, and youth-serving professionals, you’ll learn the latest vocabulary, skills to help you be a good ally, and approaches to common questions and dilemmas. 🌈Join us and Rebecca Koon next Sunday for this informative class! Click to sign up: http://blog.sheboptheshop.com/event/talking-with-kids-about-sexual-orientation-and-gender-identity/

***ryouth

04/01/2021

I love us 🖤🌺

03/31/2021

Trans Day of Visibility is next week and we are planning some special things in recognition. One event in particular is a webinar for families feeling the strain of our current legislative season with its plethora of anti-trans bills. Quitting is not an option for most, so let’s be smart about how...

02/14/2021

You may be someone's world and not even know it 💙

[Image of two femme presenting individuals with their noses touching and eyes closed, with text that reads: "To the world you may be just one person, but to one person you may be the world." - Brandi Snyder

Photo credit to on Unsplash]

01/31/2021

Did you know?? 🌈