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SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ Paths to Parenthood: Beyond Pregnancy
DESCRIPTION:Are you pregnant or preparing to welcome a baby into your family? Join Family Equality on March 3 at 7pm ET/4pm PT for a fun and educational event all about the things you should consider when you’re expecting. During our time together\, panelists will cover topics like:  \n\nNewborn stem cell preservation \nPlacenta release & use\nFeeding your infant\nSleep support for newborns.\n\n  \nOffering insight\, sharing experiences\, and answering your questions\, our panelists include:  \n\nJaime Shamonki\, MD\, Chief Medical Officer at Cord Blood Registry \nMoss Froom\, of Moss the Doula\nNikki Helms\, of the San Diego Community Birth Center\nJessica Gonzales\, of Heart of Houston \n\nClick here to register for this event.  \n  \nBONUS: All attendees will be entered into a raffle for the chance to win a gift voucher for free newborn stem cell preservation plus 1 year of storage from Cord Blood Registry.  \n  \nMany thanks to California Cryobank\, who generously sponsor this series. \n  \nNeed an ASL interpreter? Email us to request it! 
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/lgbtq-paths-to-parenthood-beyond-pregnancy/
CATEGORIES:Parents,Prospective Parents,The Neighborhood
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SUMMARY:Black to School: LGBTQ+ Parents and Allies Navigating Race in the School System
DESCRIPTION:Join Family Equality for an important conversation about navigating race in the Texas school system\, with special guests Stacey and Cheralyn Stevenson\, Melanie Maine\, Jackie Juarez\, and Sonya Parker Goode\, facilitated by Luna Malbroux of Joy Channel. In this hour-long “roundtable” discussion\, these amazing advocates share their experiences as LGBTQ+ parents and allies raising children of color in Texas—from deciding which schools to attend to advocating for their children in and out of the classroom. \nTune in on Facebook or Youtube at the time of the event.  \nWe are so grateful to have Luna Malbroux of the Joy Channel facilitating this discussion. To learn more about the Joy Channel\, click here.
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/black-to-school-lgbtq-parents-and-allies-navigating-race-in-the-school-system/
CATEGORIES:Parents,Prospective Parents,The Neighborhood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211221T190000
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SUMMARY:The Pride + Joy of LGBTQ+ Parenting: A Roundtable Discussion
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin Family Equality for an entertaining conversation about the pride and joys of LGBTQ+ parenthood with special guests Dan Bucatinsky\, Mario and Monte Foreman-Powell\, Justine Gonzalez\, Sabrina Jalees\, and Max Mutchnick. In this hour-long “roundtable” discussion\, these amazing advocates explore the ways that being LGBTQ+ has shaped their parenting journeys\, offer advice for other parents\, and share their hopes for the future of LGBTQ+ families. 
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/the-pride-joy-of-lgbtq-parenting-a-roundtable-discussion/
CATEGORIES:Parents,Prospective Parents,The Neighborhood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211216T190000
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SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ Paths to Pregnancy: Using Donor Sperm to Expand Your Family
DESCRIPTION:Please join Family Equality on December 16 at 7pm ET for this fun and educational event! You will learn everything you need to know about expanding your family with donor sperm from a panel of distinguished experts\, including: \n\n\nDr. Nina Resetkova\, Reproductive Endocrinologist at Boston IVF \n\n\nRebecca Levin Nayak\, JD\, Partner at Jerner Law Group in Philadelphia \n\n\nScott Brown\, VP of Strategic Alliances at California Cryobank by Generate Life Sciences \n\n\nWe will discuss:\n• Working with known and unknown sperm donors\n• Insemination at home and in a clinic\n• Fertility 101\n• Legal suggestions for protecting your future family \nClick here to register for this event.  \nBONUS: All attendees will be entered into a raffle for the chance to win a gift voucher for fertility services from California Cryobank! \nMany thanks to California Cryobank\, who generously sponsor this series. \nNeed an ASL interpreter? No problem! Please email us to request one.
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/lgbtq-paths-to-pregnancy-using-donor-sperm-to-expand-your-family/
CATEGORIES:Prospective Parents,The Neighborhood,TTC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211102T190000
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SUMMARY:Families Formed Through Adoption Peer Support Space
DESCRIPTION:If you’re a parent or caregiver who has formed your family through adoption and/or foster care\, this group is for you! We welcome all paths & experiences. \nThis group is a space for parents & caregivers to connect with others\, build community and engage in conversation. Feel empowered to bring your frustrations\, your joys\, and your tools for coping- the group is meant to be whatever participants need it to be! This group is also open to prospective parents and those in the process of forming their families through foster & adoption. \nThis group is facilitated by Kim Simes and Matthew Ramsey\, Family Equality staff with extensive experience with adoption. \n  \nTo RSVP for this event and receive log-in information\, fill out the form below: \nOops! We could not locate your form.
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/families-formed-through-adoption-peer-support-space/2021-11-02/
CATEGORIES:Adoption,Parents,Prospective Parents,The Neighborhood
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SUMMARY:Families Formed Through Adoption Peer Support Space
DESCRIPTION:If you’re a parent or caregiver who has formed your family through adoption and/or foster care\, this group is for you! We welcome all paths & experiences. \nThis group is a space for parents & caregivers to connect with others\, build community and engage in conversation. Feel empowered to bring your frustrations\, your joys\, and your tools for coping- the group is meant to be whatever participants need it to be! This group is also open to prospective parents and those in the process of forming their families through foster & adoption. \nThis group is facilitated by Kim Simes and Matthew Ramsey\, Family Equality staff with extensive experience with adoption. \n  \nTo RSVP for this event and receive log-in information\, fill out the form below: \nOops! We could not locate your form.
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/families-formed-through-adoption-peer-support-space/2021-10-05/
CATEGORIES:Adoption,Parents,Prospective Parents,The Neighborhood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210930T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210930T233000
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UID:10001133-1633039200-1633044600@familyequality.org
SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ Paths to Pregnancy: Using Donor Sperm to Expand Your Family (West Coast)
DESCRIPTION:Please join Family Equality on September 30 at 7pm PT for this fun and educational event! You will learn everything you need to know about expanding your family with donor sperm from a panel of distinguished experts\, including: \n\nScott Brown\, Vice President of Strategic Alliances at California Cryobank by Generate Life Sciences\nDr. Temeka Zore from Spring Fertility\nAmira Hasenbush\, Esq. from All Family Legal\nMarea Goodman from Restore Midwifery\n\nWe will discuss:\n• Working with known and unknown sperm donors\n• Insemination at home and in a clinic\n• Fertility 101\n• Legal suggestions for protecting your future family \nClick here to register for this event.  \nBONUS: All attendees will be entered into a raffle for the chance to win a gift voucher for fertility services from California Cryobank! \nMany thanks to California Cryobank\, who generously sponsor this series. \nNeed an ASL interpreter? No problem! Please email us to request one.
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/lgbtq-paths-to-pregnancy-using-donor-sperm-to-expand-your-family-west/
CATEGORIES:Prospective Parents,The Neighborhood,TTC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210909T190000
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UID:10001158-1631214000-1631217600@familyequality.org
SUMMARY:Peer Support Space for Non-Bio & Non-Gestational Parents
DESCRIPTION:This peer support space is a place for parents who are the non-biological and non-gestational parent to their kiddo(s). This space is meant for folks to connect\, build community and engage in conversation with peers. Feel empowered to bring your frustrations\, your joys\, your tools for coping\, etc – this group is meant to be whatever participants need it to be! \nThis group may alternate facilitators\, both of whom are Family Equality staff and identify as non-bio\, non-gestational parents. \nTo register for this meetup and receive a log-in link\, fill out the form below:  \nOops! We could not locate your form. \nThis group is for people for non-bio & non-gestational parents whose family was formed through trying to conceive. If you are a parent whose family was formed through adoption and/or foster-to-adopt\, check out this group.
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/peer-support-space-for-non-bio-non-gestational-parents-6/2021-09-09/
CATEGORIES:Nonbio,Parents,Prospective Parents,The Neighborhood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210713T190000
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SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ Paths to Pregnancy: Using Donor Sperm to Expand Your Family (South)
DESCRIPTION:Please join Family Equality on July 13 at 7pm ET for this fun and educational event! You will learn everything you need to know about expanding your family with donor sperm from a panel of distinguished experts\, including: \n\nScott Brown\, Vice President of Strategic Alliances at California Cryobank by Generate Life Sciences\nDr. Quinton Scott Katler\, Reproductive Endocrinology/Infertility Fellow at Emory University in Atlanta\, GA\nElizabeth Swartz\, JD\, Founder of Elizabeth F. Schwartz\, PA in Miami\, FL\nCharlie Rae Young\, LM\, CPM\, CLC\, owner of Barefoot Birth in Tampa\, FL\n\nWe will discuss:\n• Working with known and unknown sperm donors\n• Insemination at home and in a clinic\n• Fertility 101\n• Legal suggestions for protecting your future family \nClick here to register for this event.  \nBONUS: All attendees will be entered into a raffle for the chance to win a gift voucher for fertility services from California Cryobank! \nMany thanks to California Cryobank\, who generously sponsor this series. \nNeed an ASL interpreter? No problem! Please email us to request one.
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/lgbtq-paths-to-pregnancy-using-donor-sperm-to-expand-your-family-south/
CATEGORIES:Prospective Parents,The Neighborhood,TTC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210708T190000
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UID:10001157-1625770800-1625774400@familyequality.org
SUMMARY:Peer Support Space for Non-Bio & Non-Gestational Parents
DESCRIPTION:This peer support space is a place for parents who are the non-biological and non-gestational parent to their kiddo(s). This space is meant for folks to connect\, build community and engage in conversation with peers. Feel empowered to bring your frustrations\, your joys\, your tools for coping\, etc – this group is meant to be whatever participants need it to be! \nThis group may alternate facilitators\, both of whom are Family Equality staff and identify as non-bio\, non-gestational parents. \nTo register for this meetup and receive a log-in link\, fill out the form below:  \nOops! We could not locate your form. \nThis group is for people for non-bio & non-gestational parents whose family was formed through trying to conceive. If you are a parent whose family was formed through adoption and/or foster-to-adopt\, check out this group.
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/peer-support-space-for-non-bio-non-gestational-parents-6/2021-07-08/
CATEGORIES:Nonbio,Parents,Prospective Parents,The Neighborhood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210706T190000
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UID:10001149-1625598000-1625601600@familyequality.org
SUMMARY:Families Formed Through Adoption Peer Support Space
DESCRIPTION:If you’re a parent or caregiver who has formed your family through adoption and/or foster care\, this group is for you! We welcome all paths & experiences. \nThis group is a space for parents & caregivers to connect with others\, build community and engage in conversation. Feel empowered to bring your frustrations\, your joys\, and your tools for coping- the group is meant to be whatever participants need it to be! This group is also open to prospective parents and those in the process of forming their families through foster & adoption. \nThis group is facilitated by Kim Simes and Matthew Ramsey\, Family Equality staff with extensive experience with adoption. \n  \nTo RSVP for this event and receive log-in information\, fill out the form below: \nOops! We could not locate your form.
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/families-formed-through-adoption-peer-support-space/2021-07-06/
CATEGORIES:Adoption,Parents,Prospective Parents,The Neighborhood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210617T190000
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SUMMARY:Peer Support Space for Non-Bio & Non-Gestational Parents
DESCRIPTION:This peer support space is a place for parents who are the non-biological and non-gestational parent to their kiddo(s). This space is meant for folks to connect\, build community and engage in conversation with peers. Feel empowered to bring your frustrations\, your joys\, your tools for coping\, etc – this group is meant to be whatever participants need it to be! \nThis group may alternate facilitators\, both of whom are Family Equality staff and identify as non-bio\, non-gestational parents. \nTo register for this meetup and receive a log-in link\, fill out the form below:  \nOops! We could not locate your form. \nThis group is for people for non-bio & non-gestational parents whose family was formed through trying to conceive. If you are a parent whose family was formed through adoption and/or foster-to-adopt\, check out this group.
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/peer-support-space-for-non-bio-non-gestational-parents-6/2021-06-17/
CATEGORIES:Nonbio,Parents,Prospective Parents,The Neighborhood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210601T190000
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SUMMARY:Families Formed Through Adoption Peer Support Space
DESCRIPTION:If you’re a parent or caregiver who has formed your family through adoption and/or foster care\, this group is for you! We welcome all paths & experiences. \nThis group is a space for parents & caregivers to connect with others\, build community and engage in conversation. Feel empowered to bring your frustrations\, your joys\, and your tools for coping- the group is meant to be whatever participants need it to be! This group is also open to prospective parents and those in the process of forming their families through foster & adoption. \nThis group is facilitated by Kim Simes and Matthew Ramsey\, Family Equality staff with extensive experience with adoption. \n  \nTo RSVP for this event and receive log-in information\, fill out the form below: \nOops! We could not locate your form.
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/families-formed-through-adoption-peer-support-space/2021-06-01/
CATEGORIES:Adoption,Parents,Prospective Parents,The Neighborhood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210525T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210525T210000
DTSTAMP:20250611T195929Z
CREATED:20210423T225428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T195929Z
UID:10001141-1621969200-1621976400@familyequality.org
SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ Paths to Pregnancy: Using Donor Sperm to Expand Your Family (Northeast)
DESCRIPTION:Please join Family Equality on May 25 at 7pm ET for this fun and educational event! You will learn everything you need to know about expanding your family with donor sperm from a panel of distinguished experts\, including: \n\nScott Brown\, Vice President of Strategic Alliances at California Cryobank by Generate Life Sciences\nDr. Allison Bloom\, Reproductive Endocrinologist with Main Line Fertility\nRebecca Levin Nayak\, JD \, Partner at Jerner Law Group\n\nWe will discuss:\n• Working with known and unknown sperm donors\n• Insemination at home and in a clinic\n• Fertility 101\n• Legal suggestions for protecting your future family \nClick here to register for this event.  \nBONUS: All attendees will be entered into a raffle for a free vial of sperm\, courtesy of California Cryobank! \nMany thanks to California Cryobank\, who generously sponsor this series. \nNeed an ASL interpreter? No problem! Please email us to request one.
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/lgbtq-paths-to-pregnancy-using-donor-sperm-to-build-your-family-northeast/
CATEGORIES:Prospective Parents,The Neighborhood,TTC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210513T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210513T200000
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CREATED:20201211T215102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T195922Z
UID:10001155-1620932400-1620936000@familyequality.org
SUMMARY:Peer Support Space for Non-Bio & Non-Gestational Parents
DESCRIPTION:This peer support space is a place for parents who are the non-biological and non-gestational parent to their kiddo(s). This space is meant for folks to connect\, build community and engage in conversation with peers. Feel empowered to bring your frustrations\, your joys\, your tools for coping\, etc – this group is meant to be whatever participants need it to be! \nThis group may alternate facilitators\, both of whom are Family Equality staff and identify as non-bio\, non-gestational parents. \nTo register for this meetup and receive a log-in link\, fill out the form below:  \nOops! We could not locate your form. \nThis group is for people for non-bio & non-gestational parents whose family was formed through trying to conceive. If you are a parent whose family was formed through adoption and/or foster-to-adopt\, check out this group.
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/peer-support-space-for-non-bio-non-gestational-parents-6/2021-05-13/
CATEGORIES:Nonbio,Parents,Prospective Parents,The Neighborhood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210504T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210504T200000
DTSTAMP:20250611T195922Z
CREATED:20210226T200826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T195922Z
UID:10001147-1620154800-1620158400@familyequality.org
SUMMARY:Families Formed Through Adoption Peer Support Space
DESCRIPTION:If you’re a parent or caregiver who has formed your family through adoption and/or foster care\, this group is for you! We welcome all paths & experiences. \nThis group is a space for parents & caregivers to connect with others\, build community and engage in conversation. Feel empowered to bring your frustrations\, your joys\, and your tools for coping- the group is meant to be whatever participants need it to be! This group is also open to prospective parents and those in the process of forming their families through foster & adoption. \nThis group is facilitated by Kim Simes and Matthew Ramsey\, Family Equality staff with extensive experience with adoption. \n  \nTo RSVP for this event and receive log-in information\, fill out the form below: \nOops! We could not locate your form.
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/families-formed-through-adoption-peer-support-space/2021-05-04/
CATEGORIES:Adoption,Parents,Prospective Parents,The Neighborhood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210415T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210415T200000
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CREATED:20210415T203626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T195929Z
UID:10001145-1618515000-1618516800@familyequality.org
SUMMARY:Celebrating Nonbinary Parents Day with Founder Johnny Blazes
DESCRIPTION:  \nAt Family Equality\, we know that there is no one way to build a family\, nor is there any single universal kind of parent. Some parents celebrate Mothers’ Day in May\, Fathers’ Day in June\, or parents day in July. When Johnny became a parent\, they wanted a special day to celebrate their parenthood—and they invited their nonbinary parent friends to join along.   \nJess Venable-Novak\, Family Equality’s Family Engagement Manager\, sat down to talk with Johnny about being a nonbinary parent\, founding a special day to celebrate nonbinary parents\, and how the holiday has changed over the years.  \nTW//Infant Loss
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/celebrating-nonbinary-parents-day-with-founder-johnny-blazes/
CATEGORIES:Parents,Prospective Parents,The Neighborhood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210415T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210415T200000
DTSTAMP:20250611T195922Z
CREATED:20201211T215102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T195922Z
UID:10001154-1618513200-1618516800@familyequality.org
SUMMARY:Peer Support Space for Non-Bio & Non-Gestational Parents
DESCRIPTION:This peer support space is a place for parents who are the non-biological and non-gestational parent to their kiddo(s). This space is meant for folks to connect\, build community and engage in conversation with peers. Feel empowered to bring your frustrations\, your joys\, your tools for coping\, etc – this group is meant to be whatever participants need it to be! \nThis group may alternate facilitators\, both of whom are Family Equality staff and identify as non-bio\, non-gestational parents. \nTo register for this meetup and receive a log-in link\, fill out the form below:  \nOops! We could not locate your form. \nThis group is for people for non-bio & non-gestational parents whose family was formed through trying to conceive. If you are a parent whose family was formed through adoption and/or foster-to-adopt\, check out this group.
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/peer-support-space-for-non-bio-non-gestational-parents-6/2021-04-15/
CATEGORIES:Nonbio,Parents,Prospective Parents,The Neighborhood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210406T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210406T200000
DTSTAMP:20250611T195922Z
CREATED:20210226T200826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T195922Z
UID:10001146-1617735600-1617739200@familyequality.org
SUMMARY:Families Formed Through Adoption Peer Support Space
DESCRIPTION:If you’re a parent or caregiver who has formed your family through adoption and/or foster care\, this group is for you! We welcome all paths & experiences. \nThis group is a space for parents & caregivers to connect with others\, build community and engage in conversation. Feel empowered to bring your frustrations\, your joys\, and your tools for coping- the group is meant to be whatever participants need it to be! This group is also open to prospective parents and those in the process of forming their families through foster & adoption. \nThis group is facilitated by Kim Simes and Matthew Ramsey\, Family Equality staff with extensive experience with adoption. \n  \nTo RSVP for this event and receive log-in information\, fill out the form below: \nOops! We could not locate your form.
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/families-formed-through-adoption-peer-support-space/2021-04-06/
CATEGORIES:Adoption,Parents,Prospective Parents,The Neighborhood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210330T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210330T220000
DTSTAMP:20250611T195929Z
CREATED:20210224T011207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T195929Z
UID:10001152-1617134400-1617141600@familyequality.org
SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ Paths to Pregnancy: Using Donor Sperm to Build Your Family (Midwest)
DESCRIPTION:Please join Family Equality on March 30 at 7pm CT for this fun and educational event! You will learn everything you need to know about family-building with donor sperm from a panel of distinguished experts\, including: \n\nScott Brown\, Vice President of Strategic Alliances at California Cryobank by Generate Life Sciences\nDr. Juan Alvarez\, Reproductive Endocrinologist at Fertility Centers of Illinois\nHeather Ross\, Founding Partner of Ross & Zuckerman\, LLP\n\nWe will discuss:\n• Working with known and unknown sperm donors\n• Insemination at home and in a clinic\n• Fertility 101\n• Legal suggestions for protecting your future family \nClick here to register for this event.  \nBONUS: All attendees will be entered into a raffle for a free vial of sperm\, courtesy of California Cryobank! \nMany thanks to California Cryobank\, who generously sponsor this series. \nThis webinar will be closed captioned and ASL interpretation will be present.
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/lgbtq-paths-to-pregnancy-midwest/
CATEGORIES:Prospective Parents,The Neighborhood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210318T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210318T200000
DTSTAMP:20250611T195922Z
CREATED:20201211T215102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T195922Z
UID:10001153-1616094000-1616097600@familyequality.org
SUMMARY:Peer Support Space for Non-Bio & Non-Gestational Parents
DESCRIPTION:This peer support space is a place for parents who are the non-biological and non-gestational parent to their kiddo(s). This space is meant for folks to connect\, build community and engage in conversation with peers. Feel empowered to bring your frustrations\, your joys\, your tools for coping\, etc – this group is meant to be whatever participants need it to be! \nThis group may alternate facilitators\, both of whom are Family Equality staff and identify as non-bio\, non-gestational parents. \nTo register for this meetup and receive a log-in link\, fill out the form below:  \nOops! We could not locate your form. \nThis group is for people for non-bio & non-gestational parents whose family was formed through trying to conceive. If you are a parent whose family was formed through adoption and/or foster-to-adopt\, check out this group.
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/peer-support-space-for-non-bio-non-gestational-parents-6/2021-03-18/
CATEGORIES:Nonbio,Parents,Prospective Parents,The Neighborhood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210224T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210224T193000
DTSTAMP:20250611T195929Z
CREATED:20210220T011533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T195929Z
UID:10001160-1614193200-1614195000@familyequality.org
SUMMARY:The Forgotten LGBTQ+ Family: An Interview with Jey’nce Poindexter
DESCRIPTION:Tune in on Youtube \nTune in on Facebook \nThrough the many ways LGBTQ+ individuals have formed families\, one of the most overlooked formed families—and the home to many Black and Brown queer folks—is the ballroom community and culture. In this interview\, Family Equality’s Chief Program Officer\, Serena Johnson\, sits down with Jey’nce Poindexter\, the Iconic House Mother of the Legendary House of Mizrahi\, to talk about her experiences of working to build acknowledgment from the greater LGBTQ+ community and local nonprofits of her formed family as a home to many LGBTQ+ displaced youth and adults. \nJey’nce Poindexter is a nationally acclaimed advocate for the LGBTQ community. She serves as a voice for survivors of racial injustice\, domestic violence\, sexual assault\, partner-on-partner violence\, and HIV/AIDS. Jey’nce is the Trans Sistas of Color Project’s vice president and a co-chair of the Fair and Equal initiative. She recently joined the staff of the Ruth Ellis Center. \n 
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/the-forgotten-lgbtq-family-an-interview-with-jeynce-poindexter/
CATEGORIES:Parents,Prospective Parents,The Neighborhood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210218T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210218T200000
DTSTAMP:20250611T195930Z
CREATED:20201211T215030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T195930Z
UID:10001161-1613674800-1613678400@familyequality.org
SUMMARY:Peer Support Space for Non-Bio & Non-Gestational Parents
DESCRIPTION:This peer support space is a place for parents who are the non-biological and non-gestational parent to their kiddo(s). This space is meant for folks to connect\, build community and engage in conversation with peers. Feel empowered to bring your frustrations\, your joys\, your tools for coping\, etc – this group is meant to be whatever participants need it to be! \nThis group may alternate facilitators\, both of whom are Family Equality staff and identify as non-bio\, non-gestational parents. \nTo register for this meetup and receive a log-in link\, fill out the form below:  \nOops! We could not locate your form.
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/peer-support-space-for-non-bio-non-gestational-parents-5/
CATEGORIES:Parents,Prospective Parents,The Neighborhood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210119T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210119T150000
DTSTAMP:20250611T195929Z
CREATED:20210107T005905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T195929Z
UID:10001162-1611064800-1611068400@familyequality.org
SUMMARY:LGBTQ & A: Community Conversation on Love & Marriage: Looking Ahead at the Law and Our Families
DESCRIPTION:At this LGBTQ & A: Community Conversation session we will be discussing how LGBTQ+ people can financially & legally protect themselves & their families. Join Jennifer Hatch\, President & Managing Partner at Christopher Street Financial\, and matrimonial attorney Bryan M. Goldstein in exploring unique aspects of legal & financial health for LGBTQ+ partners & families. \nOur LGBTQ & A; Community Conversation sessions are interactive\, offering folks the opportunity to come and listen\, but also engage and share their experience. We hope you’ll join us! \n  \nTo receive log-in information for this Community Conversation\, fill out the form below: \nOops! We could not locate your form. \n  \nThis session is sponsored by Christopher Street Financial.
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/lgbtq-a-community-conversation-on-love-marriage-looking-ahead-at-the-law-and-our-families/
CATEGORIES:Parents,Prospective Parents,The Neighborhood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210114T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210114T200000
DTSTAMP:20250611T195930Z
CREATED:20201211T214844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T195930Z
UID:10001163-1610650800-1610654400@familyequality.org
SUMMARY:Peer Support Space for Non-Bio & Non-Gestational Parents
DESCRIPTION:This peer support space is a place for parents who are the non-biological and non-gestational parent to their kiddo(s). This space is meant for folks to connect\, build community and engage in conversation with peers. Feel empowered to bring your frustrations\, your joys\, your tools for coping\, etc – this group is meant to be whatever participants need it to be! \nThis group may alternate facilitators\, both of whom are Family Equality staff and identify as non-bio\, non-gestational parents. \nTo register for this meetup and receive a log-in link\, fill out the form below:  \nOops! We could not locate your form.
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/peer-support-space-for-non-bio-non-gestational-parents-4/
CATEGORIES:Parents,Prospective Parents,The Neighborhood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201217T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201217T220000
DTSTAMP:20250611T195944Z
CREATED:20201201T213106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T195944Z
UID:10001164-1608235200-1608242400@familyequality.org
SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ Paths to Pregnancy: Using Donor Sperm to Build Your Family (New Orleans)
DESCRIPTION:Please join Family Equality on December 17 at 7pm CT for this fun and educational event! You will learn everything you need to know about family-building with donor sperm from a panel of distinguished experts\, including: \n\nScott Brown\, Vice President of Strategic Alliances at California Cryobank\nAndrea Rubin\, Attorney & Partner at Sternberg\, Naccari & White in New Orleans\nDr. Nina Resetkova\, Reproductive Endocrinologist at Boston IVF\n\nWe will discuss:\n• Working with known and unknown sperm donors\n• Insemination at home and in a clinic\n• Fertility 101\n• Legal suggestions for protecting your future family \nClick here to register for this event.  \nBONUS: All attendees will be entered into a raffle for a free vial of sperm\, courtesy of California Cryobank! \nMany thanks to California Cryobank\, who generously sponsor this series. \nThis webinar will be closed captioned. However\, ASL interpretation is available if needed. Please email us to request it! 
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/lgbtq-paths-to-pregnancy-using-donor-sperm-to-build-your-family-nola/
CATEGORIES:Prospective Parents,The Neighborhood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201210T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201210T220000
DTSTAMP:20250611T195946Z
CREATED:20201112T211817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T195946Z
UID:10001166-1607630400-1607637600@familyequality.org
SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ Paths to Pregnancy: Using Donor Sperm to Build Your Family (Twin Cities)
DESCRIPTION:Please join Family Equality on December 10 at 7pm CT for this fun and educational event! You will learn everything you need to know about family-building with donor sperm from a panel of distinguished experts\, including: \n\nScott Brown\, Vice President of Strategic Alliances at California Cryobank\nDr. Stephanie Dahl\, Reproductive Endocrinologist at CCRM Minneapolis\nGary Debele\, Attorney at Messerli & Kramer in Minneapolis\n\nWe will discuss:\n• Working with known and unknown sperm donors\n• Insemination at home and in a clinic\n• Fertility 101\n• Legal suggestions for protecting your future family \nClick here to register for this event.  \nBONUS: All attendees will be entered into a raffle for a free vial of sperm\, courtesy of California Cryobank! \nMany thanks to California Cryobank\, who generously sponsor this series. \nASL interpretation is available for this webinar. Please email us to request it! 
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/lgbtq-paths-to-pregnancy-using-donor-sperm-to-build-your-family-twin-cities/
CATEGORIES:Prospective Parents,The Neighborhood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201210T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201210T200000
DTSTAMP:20250611T195947Z
CREATED:20201202T203518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T195947Z
UID:10001167-1607626800-1607630400@familyequality.org
SUMMARY:Peer Support Space for Non-Bio & Non-Gestational Parents
DESCRIPTION:This peer support space is a place for parents who are the non-biological and non-gestational parent to their kiddo(s). This space is meant for folks to connect\, build community and engage in conversation with peers. Feel empowered to bring your frustrations\, your joys\, your tools for coping\, etc – this group is meant to be whatever participants need it to be! \nThis group may alternate facilitators\, both of whom are Family Equality staff and identify as non-bio\, non-gestational parents. \nTo register for this meetup and receive a log-in link\, fill out the form below:  \nOops! We could not locate your form.
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/peer-support-space-for-non-bio-non-gestational-parents-3/
CATEGORIES:Parents,Prospective Parents,The Neighborhood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201208T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201208T210000
DTSTAMP:20250611T195948Z
CREATED:20201019T225210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T195948Z
UID:10001168-1607457600-1607461200@familyequality.org
SUMMARY:LGBTQ-&-A: Community Conversations
DESCRIPTION:Calling all LGBTQ+ prospective parents- especially our trans & non-binary parents-to-be! \nIn this LGBTQ & A: Community Conversation session we will be tacking in vitro fertilization!  We will be joined by Dr. Lucky Sekhon\, Reproductive Endocrinologist and Infertility Specialist from Reproductive Medicine Associates of New York\, for an overview of IVF- from process to medications to possible outcomes. The session will be an open discussion\, too\, so don’t forget to bring your questions! \nThis session is sponsored by MyVitro. \nOur LGBTQ & A: Community Conversation sessions are interactive and a space for folks to come and listen\, but also engage and share their experience with the session’s topic. We hope you’ll join us! \nTo register for this event and receive log-in info\, fill out the form below:  \nOops! We could not locate your form. \nASL interpretation is available for this conversation. Please email us to request it! 
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/lgbtq-a-community-conversations-2/
CATEGORIES:Parents,Prospective Parents,The Neighborhood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201119T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201119T200000
DTSTAMP:20250611T195952Z
CREATED:20201016T195956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T195952Z
UID:10001169-1605812400-1605816000@familyequality.org
SUMMARY:Peer Support Space for Non-Bio & Non-Gestational Parents
DESCRIPTION:This peer support space is a place for parents who are the non-biological and non-gestational parent to their kiddo(s). This space is meant for folks to connect\, build community and engage in conversation with peers. Feel empowered to bring your frustrations\, your joys\, your tools for coping\, etc – this group is meant to be whatever participants need it to be! \nThis group may alternate facilitators\, both of whom are Family Equality staff and identify as non-bio\, non-gestational parents. \nTo register for this meetup and receive a log-in link\, fill out the form below:  \nOops! We could not locate your form.
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/peer-support-space-for-non-bio-non-gestational-parents-2/
CATEGORIES:Parents,Prospective Parents,The Neighborhood
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