Family Equality Council “Blogernation 2008” Begins
(That’s blog + hibernation – the “hib”, for folks who thought something else was happening!) It’s that time again–time for Family Equality Council to shut
Upset About the Election? Create Change!
Now is the time for you to join us at The National Conference on LGBT Equality: Creating Change! The presidential election is not far behind
We Should Engage in Thoughtful, not Divisive Dialogue on Anti-Family Votes
Dear Families and Friends, LGBT families are at a crossroads. Nationwide we have made great change over the last several years, participating in our communities,
Have You Declared Your Family Equal?
In response to the anti-family ballot measures passed in four states last week, Family Equality Council has launched a visibility campaign for LGBT families —
Arkansas Gov. Softens Support for Anti-Gay Foster/Adoption Ban
From the Associated Press: Beebe backs off support of foster care policy Gov. Mike Beebe said Friday he’s revisiting his past support of the state’s
Gay Families Find the Bronx Is a Place to Call Home
This just in from the New York Times: “It is a statistic surprising even to those it describes: Same-sex couples in the Bronx are more
Absentee Voting Starts in CA — Do Your Part to Maintain Marriage Today!
Envelopes stuffed with California ballots are finding their way to California homes today, meaning that our efforts to defeat Prop 8, the CA marriage ban,
[52 Ways] Show an inclusive video at your child’s school
This week in 52 Ways we’re asking that you engage your child’s school around issues of inclusion and diversity — specifically by offering a video
[52 Ways] Make Waves with the PTA
Parents know the value of being involved in their children’s schools. They get to be more in touch with teachers and other educators who care
Report Released on LGBTQ Families’ Experiences in Schools
The Gay, Lesbian Straight Education Network (GLSEN), Family Equality Council and Children of Lesbians and Gays Everywhere (COLAGE) have released a joint report on the
Does equality include the right to create a family?
As we all know, it’s presidential season, a time of big TV ads, long debates, town halls in some states and yard signs in others.
[52 Ways] Families of the Month Make an Impact Worldwide
This month we’re excited to have Elena Hernaiz Landaez, Ana Margarita Rojas, Javier Eduardo and their many pets as our Family of the Month! The
