The Family Equality Council works to ensure equality for LGBT families by building community, changing hearts and minds, and advancing social justice for all families.

> We are thrilled to release our 2007 Annual Report. Since Family Equality Coucil is YOUR national organization for LGBT family equality, it's only fitting that our 2007 Annual Report is titled The Family Equality Council and YOU. Click here to check out our 2007 Annual Report.
> The Family Equality Council is expanding. Want to join our team? The following positions are available:

> Are LGBT families included in the 2008 Democratic Party Platform? Click here to find out.
> Tommy Starling and Jeff Littlefield fell in love 12 years ago and were immediately smitten. They were happy, but after a few years, they realized something was lacking: They wanted a child to love and raise. Read more...
> I get the question a lot about which form of adoption is best: international adoption or domestic. International and domestic adoption appeal to different people for different reasons. Neither is inherently better than the other, although one or the other may be better for you. Read more...
> Family Week has come to an end, but we wanted to put together a slide show to celebrate our families and to capture the memories, laughs, tears and inspiration that we’ve experienced over the last week. Check it out...
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> In response to a letter written to both presidential candidates by Family Equality Council Executive Director Jennifer Chrisler on the needs of diverse families, Sen. Barack Obama wrote his own. Check out Obama's eloquent statement in support of all loving families.
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Families in the Desert
Palm Desert, California / Oct. 3 - 5
Families in the Desert is fast approaching! Get ready for pool parties, a movie night, and lots of other fantastic programming for your family. It's a weekend that you won't want to miss!
National Awards Dinner
Los Angeles, CA / Oct. 11
This year Family Equality Council is proud to be honoring HBO and The Pop Luck Club for their contributions to securing equality for all loving families. Tickets are going quickly so act now to reserve your spot!
The Fall Colors Masquerade
Rainbow Families' Annual Gala
Minneapolis, MN / Oct. 11
This year, all our guests are invited to join our VIP reception where Solera’s chefs will prepare Spanish tapas live and a sommelier will give instructions on the appropriate accompanying wines. The main event will feature entertainment, dancing, cocktails, hors d’oeurvres, and a wonderful silent auction!
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