Interested in joining our team? We encourage you to volunteer at our events and attend our monthly social and support meetings. Let us know if you are interested in a board position and contact us if you have any questions.
OUR TEAM
Jerry joined the board in March 2020. He’s a first generation U.S. citizen from his Costa Rican parents. Jerry is openly gay and is a pastor’s son that loves to meet new people. He is a good listener and dedicates time for those in need. He’s also an artist by nature, architect by heart, and is happily married to his husband as of 2022.
Chapter President
Jerry (he, him)
🌈 Join Our Leadership Team! 🌈
PFLAG Norman is looking for our next Vice President—a passionate, community-minded individual who’s ready to make a real difference in the lives of LGBTQIA+ individuals and allies across Norman, Midwest City, and surrounding areas.
Do you (or someone you know) care deeply about uplifting the LGBTQIA+ community? Are you ready to take on a leadership role and help shape the future of our organization?
We’re offering a one-year training period, leading up to officially stepping into the VP role by October 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn, lead, and grow within a supportive and affirming environment.
For more information or to express interest, please reach out to us at normanpflag@gmail.com.
Let’s build a more inclusive future—together. 💜
Chapter VP
Vacant (available opening)
Treasurer
Mark (he, him)
Mark joined the board in April 2023 and has enjoyed every minute of it. Being able to volunteer at multiple events and engaging with the community is what has drawn him to be apart of PFLAG. He moved from California in September of 2022 and just started work with Paycom. He is a huge Disney and Marvel fan and is the dad to two cats.
Secretary
Ava (she, her)
Ava joined the board in August 2022. She has lived in Norman since 2010. She identifies as a woman and has been working towards her personal transition goals since moving here. She is an avid reader, lover of history, and self proclaimed nerd. Her hobbies include outdoor activities such as hiking, climbing, and camping.
Aysha joined the board in October 2023. She is the mother of two almost-grown sons. Aysha is an entomologist by training and a fan of all creepy-crawlies. She keeps chickens, goats, dogs, cats, and an enormous vegetable garden.
Her experience and passion for equity, equality and inclusion is a huge asset for our organization. She is well informed on local and state policies, voting information and pro and anti-LGBTQ+ bills that are in the Oklahoma legislation.
Advocacy - Policy Coordinator
Aysha (she, her)
Advocacy - Outreach Coordinator
Jenny (She, her )
Jenny Joined the board in October 2018, after completing 2 three year term she is excited to join once more the PFLAG board starting her 3rd new term on October 2025.
More information soon.
Her many years of volunteering in many organizations in Norman has given her the ability to connect and organize events that our communty needs.
If you want PFLAG Norman to be part of your events with a booth or for us to be a special speaker at your organization please email us at NormanPFLAGOutreach@gmail.com
Rain joined the board in April 2021. They came to Oklahoma to attend the University of Oklahoma in 2010 loved Norman so much they made it their home. They found a passion for LGBTQ programming as student at OU and are grateful they have been able to continue that passion post-grad with PFLAG. They are a mental health therapist at Integrated Therapy Solutions. In their free time, they enjoy running and spending time with their dog - Dexter.
Board Member
Rain (they, them)
Nic joined the board in October 2023. She has been excited to get involved with the community in real life since social media has been her means of connection and involvement being a mom to two younger kids. She identifies as a polyamorous lesbian who is all about building meaningful connections with others, bringing love and positivity to a hurting world, and empowering women to see their self worth. She spends her free time exploring life with her kids and making beef jerky.
Board Member
Nic (she, her, they)
Tish joined the board in October 2024! Tish grew up in New Mexico but moved here to attend graduate school at Oklahoma City University. Tish works for The Sooner Theatre, teaches adjunct at University of Central Oklahoma and event plans on the side. She resides in Norman with husband Greg and two pups Boomer and Roscoe. Her two children attend college in Connecticut. Connor (a past PFLAG scholarship recipient) is getting his BFA in Music Theatre at The Hartt School in Hartford, CT and daughter Sutton is a freshman Music Theatre Dance Major at Norwalk Conservatory in Norwalk, CT. She is excited for a fantastic upcoming year!
Board Member
Tish (She, her )
Mari joined the PFLAG Norman board in September 2025 as part of the Midwest City satellite chapter. She’s the parent of 2 adult sons (one gay, one trans) and an Ally in the community, inspired by them. Mari lives in Choctaw with her husband and when she’s not working or advocating, you can find her running (slowly), crocheting (all the things), reading (avidly), listening to punk (loudly), and being distracted by shiny things.
For more information please email MidwestCityPFLAG@gmail.com
Board Member
Mari (She, her )
Christie joined the PFLAG Norman board in September 2025 as part of the Midwest City satellite chapter. More information soon.
Board Member
Christie (She, her )
Interested in joining our team? We encourage you to volunteer at our events and attend our monthly social and support meetings. Let us know if you are interested in a board position and contact us if you have any questions.