LGBT Families

In My Shoes: Stories of Youth with LGBT Parents (excerpt)

LGBT Families — Wed, 16 May 2012 18:41:59 +0000

This excerpt of “In My Shoes” profiles Alex and his family. Alex has two moms and two dads, all of whom are gay, and one of whom passed away. In My Shoes was directed, shot, and edited by Jen Gilomen and produced by COLAGE (Children of Lesbians & Gays Everywhere). It won the Audience Award for Best Short at the Frameline Film Festival in 2005 and is now distributed by Frameline Distribution. To learn more, visit colage.org/inmyshoes.

Zach Wahls Speaks About Family

LGBT Families — Wed, 09 May 2012 18:36:59 +0000

Zach Wahls, a 19-year-old University of Iowa student spoke about the strength of his family during a public forum on House Joint Resolution 6 in the Iowa House of Representatives. Wahls has two mothers, and came to oppose House Joint Resolution 6 which would end civil unions in Iowa. The fight to to keep marriage equality in Iowa continues, help us support Iowans like Zach. www.oneiowa.org

Jennifer Chrysler at the International LGBT Families Symposium July 2011

LGBT Families — Wed, 02 May 2012 18:31:59 +0000

Jennifer Chrysler, Executive Director Family Equality Council, USA Jennifer moderated the panel on July 12, as lesbian and gay family equality activists from around the world, hosted by R Family Vacations, met in Florida for a week of discussions in the first ever International Symposium of LGBT Family Organizations. The symposium was part of an effort to increase international cooperation among LGBT family organizations worldwide, led by Family Equality Council, America’s foremost advocate for LGBT families, the Network of European LGBT Families Associations (NELFA) and the Canadian LGBT Parenting Network based in Toronto. The group of organizations decided on several cooperation initiatives, and the establishment of an “International Family Equality Day” to take place on May 6, 2012.

one happy family

LGBT Families — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 08:40:59 +0000

Picture taken by Mike Slichenmyer on 2007-06-30 18:37:30.

Gay Adoption Children’s Book Arwen and Her Daddies

LGBT Families — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 18:26:59 +0000

The critically acclaimed children’s book by Jarko De Witte van Leeuwen on adoption by two daddies, nominated for the Dutch National LGBT Emancipation Awards 2011. Now also available in English – Only a few copies left! – www.feel-good-families.com

Our Families: LGBT Latino Stories

LGBT Families — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 18:21:59 +0000

We all go through some of the same struggles: we struggle to access healthy food, quality education, and affordable healthcare. These struggles affect Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgendered (LGBT) families of color in very unique ways. This Our Families video features Latino families sharing their personal stories struggle, acceptance, and family. To learn more about Our Families go to www.basicrights.org

R Family Vacations – IT GETS BETTER

LGBT Families — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 18:16:59 +0000

In response to the recent tragic events of bullying and suicides of gay teens across the country, R Family Vacations (rfamilyvacations.com) is speaking out against intolerance. This community of GLBT parents, children and friends share their stories of struggle and perseverance. As part of columnist Dan Savage’s viral “It Gets Better” video series, the families and friends sat down at their recent vacation at Club Med Sandpiper to share their own struggles of being teased during adolescence. Take a look at these powerful messages of strength, hope and love and learn how they have grown into strong adults living extraordinary lives. Visit www.rfamilyvacations.com to find out how you can be a part of this amazing community. We’re here to say, it not only gets better, it gets A-MAAH-ZING!!

Scott and Jason Tell Obama: Keep My Family. Together.

LGBT Families — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 18:11:59 +0000

The Obama Administration is denying green cards filed by LGBT immigrant families, like ours. As a result, we are faced with possible separation and exile. Join us in asking President Obama to hold — not deny — green cards for LGBT families. Call on the White House to keep our families … together. 1. Record a short video, 3 minutes or less, and let the President know that denying green cards is hurting our families. 2. Upload your video to YouTube. 3. Tag with “myfamilytogether”. Videos will be featured here and on Facebook, Twitter and Tumblr. Watch, share and help us change President Obama’s mind.

FFLAG

LGBT Families — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 08:35:59 +0000

Picture taken by anemoneprojectors (no internet at the moment) on 2010-07-03 13:52:15.

All Children, All Families

LGBT Families — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 18:06:59 +0000

All 100000+ children in youth and foster care deserve to be adopted into a loving family. HRC is leading the fight for adoption rights for LGBT couples. www.hrc.org/adoption