It is a fundamental principle of the Providence Gay Flag Football League that all social and athletic activities are to be inclusive in nature and that no individual shall be excluded from participating based on sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, race, religion or creed, nationality, ethnic origin, political beliefs, athletic ability, physical challenge, HIV status, veteran status, genetic information, age, or citizenship status. The Providence Gay Flag Football League promotes gender inclusion by allowing players to self-identify gender.