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About Us

Founded in 1979 at the National March on Washington for Lesbian and Gay Rights, Family Equality has spent more than four decades ensuring that everyone has the freedom to find, form, and sustain their families by advancing equality for the LGBTQ+ community, providing resources for families at all stages, and creating community through our in-person and virtual events.

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Who is Family Equality and what do we do?

Our Purpose

Family Equality exists to create a world where everyone can experience the unconditional love, safety, and belonging of family.

Our Mission

Our mission is to ensure that everyone has the freedom to find, form, and sustain their families by advancing equality for the LGBTQ+ community.

Our Vision

We will be outspoken changemakers, creating an equitable LGBTQ+ family narrative, through advocacy, community, and education.

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Your contributions help us create a more inclusive and equitable world for LGBTQ+ families.

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Your story has the power to create real, lasting change in our world. By sharing your joys and challenges, you help us change hearts and minds across the country, show fellow LGBTQ+ families that they’re not alone, and offer insight into the experiences of LGBTQ+ families for future generations.

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