when organized religions stand up for family equality
The relationship between religion and queer people is a complex one with roots that run deep into our culture. We have faced so much discrimination
The Collapse of the American family (Part 1 of 2)
I snapped a few days ago and came close to throwing something at the TV. Mainstream America has been on the path towards becoming more
And Tango Makes More Controversy
Which book received the most objections from parents in 2007? A story of violence, war and/or bloodshed? No. It was none other than And Tango
Creando un espacio para familias como yo…
Cuatro meses atrás me uní al equipo del Concilio para la Igualdad de la Familia. Cuando recibí la llamada original sobre la posición de Gerente
Family Equality Council Welcomes Kara Suffredini, Esq. as Public Policy Director
Family Equality Council is thrilled to announce the hiring of Kara Suffredini, Esq. as Public Policy Director. In this role, Kara will focus on advancing
High school principal outs gay students. Memphis educator went well beyond her role
The ACLU is defending two gay students who were outed by their high school principal. The principal wanted to know the names of students who
Washington Times Is Confused About Children of LGBT Parents
I don’t usually respond to drivel from the ultra-right, but this one got to me. The Washington Times, in an article titled “Growing Up Confused,”
New Study Reveals LGBT Educators Experience in Schools
I receive regular updates about safe schools work and issues around the country from the wonderfully active Safe Schools Coalition. A big THANK YOU to
Papa John and ‘Ito Rodolfo Welcome Cameron Grant Selig to the World
Our grandson Cameron Grant Selig was born Saturday night at 10:27 PM (Atlantic Time) in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Mom and grandson are both healthy. Cameron
soaring to great heights…
It is a bitter-sweet farewell as our flock of Spring interns leave the Family Equality Council nest! We will miss them dearly, but they will
Bishop Gene Robinson will enter a civil union, ignites controversy
The Right Reverend V. Gene Robinson is no stranger to the Family Equality Council. In fact, he’s a fantastic supporter of our work and was
Thank You.
It’s been a busy week for the Family Equality Council. The organization continues to grow by leaps and bounds; we’re approaching 15 (yikes!) team members