Dressen, Joan, 1934-
Biographical notes:
Joan and Roger Dressen lived in Excelsior, then in Hopkins, Minnesota. They raised three children: daughters Jennifer and Lori, and son Roger Jr. After their son revealed his sexual orientation in 1981, the Dressens joined gay rights causes, including the St. Paul/Minneapolis chapter of PFLAG (Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays). PFLAG described itself as a support, education, and advocacy organization promoting dialogue and understanding about gays, lesbians, bisexuals, and their families.
From the guide to the Joan Dressen and family papers., 1981-2000., (Minnesota Historical Society)
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- Coming out (Sexual orientation)
- Gay rights
- Gays
- Gays
- Homosexuality
- Lesbians
- Lesbians
- Parents of gays
- Self-help groups
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