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SUMMARY:To Have and To Hold: How LGBTQ+ Families Shaped the Movement for Marriage Equality
DESCRIPTION:This June marks the 10th anniversary of Obergefell v. Hodges\, the Supreme Court decision that granted marriage equality nationwide. How did LGBTQ+ families help shape this historical moment — and what can we learn from that victory to inform the work ahead? \n\n\n\nJoin Family Equality\, Jim Obergefell\, and a panel of policy experts and outspoken change-makers for a special virtual panel highlighting the impact of LGBTQ+ family voices in the movement for marriage equality. Together\, we’ll discuss the state of marriage equality ten years later\, the power of storytelling\, and the role that everyday LGBTQ+ families played—and can continue to play—in making history. \n\n\n\nOur panel includes: \n\n\n\n\nFrankie Frankeny\, Creator/Director of the JustMarried project\n\n\n\nEmily Hecht-McGowan\, Family Equality’s former Chief Policy Officer (2010 – 2017)\n\n\n\nJim Obergefell\, Family Equality board member and lead plaintiff in Obergefell v. Hodges\n\n\n\nLuce M. Remy\, Family Equality’s Vice President of Public Policy\n\n\n\nKinsey Morrison\, Outspoken changemaker and individual named in Family Equality’s Voices of Children amicus brief\n\n\n\n\nAll are invited to attend this free event\, although registration is required.  \n\n\n\n\nregister today!\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/to-have-and-to-hold-how-lgbtq-families-shaped-the-movement-for-marriage-equality/
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SUMMARY:Power in Partnership: Behind the Scenes of a Successful Nonprofit Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin Family Equality and RENEWPR for a dynamic virtual fireside chat exploring how mission-driven collaboration can supercharge your next fundraising event. In this 30-minute conversation followed by a live Q&A\, we’ll go behind the scenes of a recent successful fundraiser to share key strategies\, lessons learned\, and the power of authentic partnership in nonprofit storytelling\, marketing\, and donor engagement. \n\n\n\nPanelists: \n\n\n\n-Darra Gordon\, CEO\, Family Equality \n\n\n\n-Ben Rinzel\, President\, RENEWPR \n\n\n\n-Mark Pimble\, COO\, RENEWPR \n\n\n\nModerated by: \n\n\n\n-Nicole Schuman\, Managing Editor\, PRNEWS \n\n\n\n️ Tuesday\, June 3 | Noon–1 PM ETLive on Facebook\, LinkedIn\, and Instagram via StreamyardPerfect for nonprofit professionals\, PR/marketing teams\, sponsors\, donors\, and business owners. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/power-in-partnership-behind-the-scenes-of-a-successful-nonprofit-fundraiser/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T190000
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SUMMARY:Biweekly Trans\, Non-binary\, and Gender Non-Conforming Parents Meetup
DESCRIPTION:This peer support space is a place for any and all parents & caregivers who identify as transgender\, non -binary\, gender nonconforming or anywhere on the genderqueer spectrum. 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! \n*Please note: This event is for trans\, non-binary\, and gender non-conforming folks only. \nASL interpretation is available if needed. Please email us to request it!  \nRSVP TO RECEIVE LOG-IN INFORMATION FOR THIS EVENT\n\n\n                \n                        \n							"*" indicates required fields \n                        \n                        Name*\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last\n                                                \n                            \n                        Email*\n                            \n                        Click on the event you'd like to RSVP for...*\n								\n								TTC/Fertility VIrtual Peer Support Space\n							\n								\n								Trans\, Nonbinary\, & Gender Nonconforming Parents Peer Support Space\n							Select AllYou can check multiple boxes to RSVP for more than one event. CAPTCHA\n         Submit
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/biweekly-trans-non-binary-and-gender-non-conforming-parents-meetup-3/2025-06-04/
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SUMMARY:LGBTQ2IA+ Families: Love is Love
DESCRIPTION: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFinding community as an LGBTQ family can be transformational and we know love is the foundation of ALL families. Creating connections and nurturing belonging helps build and strengthen that foundation. This series provides an opportunity for gay\, lesbian\, bisexual\, transgender and queer parents and caregivers and their allies to explore some of the critical issues and challenges parents face every day\, sharing solutions and successful approaches while strengthening our community — one conversation at a time. \n\n\n\nThe four-part series is part of BTC’s Family-to-Family Real Talk Program. The series begins on Monday\, May 5\, 3–4 pm ET / 12–1 pm PT\, and continues biweekly through Monday\, June 23\, 2025. The series is moderated by Family Equality’s Executive Vice President of External Affairs\, Kim Simes \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick here for more information\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nEpisode 1: Navigating Schools as an LGBTQ+ Family\n\n\n\nMonday\, May 5 | 3pm ET / 12pm PT\n\n\n\nLearn everything you need to know about changing federal and state policies and how they affect schools and early childhood programs. And let’s explore together everything we can do as LGBTQ+ parents\, caregivers and allies to ensure our children’s needs are not overlooked while affirming how to best advocate for our families. \n\n\n\n-Expert – Nikhil Vashee (they/them)\, Director of Education Law and Policy\, Senior Policy Counsel\, Family Equality \n\n\n\n-Parent – Tonya Agnew (she/her)\, Vice President\, Communications and Marketing\, Family Equality \n\n\n\n\nregister here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEpisode 2: Protecting Your LGBTQ+ Family\n\n\n\nMonday\, May 19 | 3pm ET / 12pm PT\n\n\n\nUnderstanding the benefits and importance of legally secure parent-child relationships is vital in today’s shifting cultural and legal landscapes. Our conversation will lift up these benefits and provide an overview of the various paths to legal security throughout the United States for LGBTQ+ families. \n\n\n\n-Expert – Meg York (she/her)\, Senior Policy Counsel\, Director of LGBTQ+ Family Law and Policy\, Family Equality \n\n\n\n\nregister here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEpisode 3: Advocacy 101\n\n\n\nMonday\, June 9 | 3pm ET / 12pm PT\n\n\n\nAdvocating for your family is one of the most powerful roles a parent can take on. In this session\, two parents will share their personal journeys and practical strategies for showing up as strong advocates in schools\, community spaces\, at the Capitol\, and beyond. Through real-life stories\, lessons learned\, and actionable tools\, this session will empower every parent to speak up\, push back\, and build a safer\, more inclusive world for their families. \n\n\n\n-Expert – Bethany Snyder\, (she/her)\, Family Equality Board Member and owner of Snyder Strategies \n\n\n\n\nregister here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEpisode 4: The Art of Social Media and LGBTQ+ Families\n\n\n\nMonday\, June 23 | 3pm ET / 12pm PT\n\n\n\nThis session will discuss how LGBTQ+ families can harness the power of social media to find community\, connect with other families\, and be part of history. We will also discuss how to keep your family safe while sharing online. \n\n\n\n-Expert – Alexis Corona (he/him)\, Digital Communications Associate\, Family Equality \n\n\n\n\nregister here
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/lgbtq2ia-families-love-is-love/
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SUMMARY:Biweekly Trying to Conceive Peer Support Space
DESCRIPTION:This is a biweekly peer-run support space supported by the LGBTQ+ Perinatal Wellness Center for anyone under the LGBTQ+ rainbow who are working to create children to grow their families. This group is specific to those seeking to grow their families through pregnancy\, whether they are just gathering information\, trying to conceive\, or awaiting an upcoming birth. This event will occur every other Wednesday at the listed times! \nPlease note: The last meeting of the month will always feature a Grief & Loss breakout room.  \n\nRSVP TO RECEIVE LOG-IN INFORMATION FOR THIS MEETUP\n\n                \n                        \n							"*" indicates required fields \n                        \n                        Name*\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last\n                                                \n                            \n                        Email*\n                            \n                        Click on the event you'd like to RSVP for...*\n								\n								TTC/Fertility VIrtual Peer Support Space\n							\n								\n								Trans\, Nonbinary\, & Gender Nonconforming Parents Peer Support Space\n							Select AllYou can check multiple boxes to RSVP for more than one event. CAPTCHA\n         Submit \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n        \n                        \n                         \nASL interpretation is available if needed. Please email us to request it!  \nThis event is made possible with the support of our sponsor\, AllPaths Family Building. Learn more about AllPaths Family Building here. \n 
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/biweekly-trying-to-conceive-peer-support-space-9/2025-06-11/
CATEGORIES:Peer Support,TTC
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SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ Paths to Pregnancy: Using Donor Sperm to Build Your Family
DESCRIPTION:Register today!\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease join Family Equality on Tuesday\, June 17 from 4-5pm PT/7-8pm ET for this educational community panel! You will learn what you need to know about family-building with donor sperm from a panel of experts\, including: \n\n\n\n-Meg York (she/her)\, Director of LGBTQ+ Family Law and Policy\, Senior Policy Counsel\, Family Equality \n\n\n\n-Nicole Kureshi (she/her)\, Client Services Program Specialist\, California Cryobank \n\n\n\n-Disha Mistri (she/her) OM Fertility \n\n\n\nWe will discuss: \n\n\n\n-Working with known and unknown sperm donors \n\n\n\n-Insemination at home and in a clinic \n\n\n\n-Fertility 101 \n\n\n\n-Legal suggestions for protecting your future family \n\n\n\n-Financial tips and resources \n\n\n\nBONUS: All attendees will be entered into a raffle for a $2\,195 voucher which can be used towards fertility services at California Cryobank! \n\n\n\nMany thanks to California Cryobank and OM Fertility who generously sponsor this series. \n\n\n\nClosed captioning will be enabled.
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/lgbtq-paths-to-pregnancy-using-donor-sperm-to-build-your-family-11/
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SUMMARY:Biweekly Trans\, Non-binary\, and Gender Non-Conforming Parents Meetup
DESCRIPTION:This peer support space is a place for any and all parents & caregivers who identify as transgender\, non -binary\, gender nonconforming or anywhere on the genderqueer spectrum. 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! \n*Please note: This event is for trans\, non-binary\, and gender non-conforming folks only. \nASL interpretation is available if needed. Please email us to request it!  \nRSVP TO RECEIVE LOG-IN INFORMATION FOR THIS EVENT\n\n                \n                        \n							"*" indicates required fields \n                        \n                        Name*\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last\n                                                \n                            \n                        Email*\n                            \n                        Click on the event you'd like to RSVP for...*\n								\n								TTC/Fertility VIrtual Peer Support Space\n							\n								\n								Trans\, Nonbinary\, & Gender Nonconforming Parents Peer Support Space\n							Select AllYou can check multiple boxes to RSVP for more than one event. CAPTCHA\n         Submit
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/biweekly-trans-non-binary-and-gender-non-conforming-parents-meetup-3/2025-06-18/
CATEGORIES:Peer Support,Trans
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SUMMARY:Biweekly Trying to Conceive Peer Support Space
DESCRIPTION:This is a biweekly peer-run support space supported by the LGBTQ+ Perinatal Wellness Center for anyone under the LGBTQ+ rainbow who are working to create children to grow their families. This group is specific to those seeking to grow their families through pregnancy\, whether they are just gathering information\, trying to conceive\, or awaiting an upcoming birth. This event will occur every other Wednesday at the listed times! \nPlease note: The last meeting of the month will always feature a Grief & Loss breakout room.  \n\nRSVP TO RECEIVE LOG-IN INFORMATION FOR THIS MEETUP\n\n                \n                        \n							"*" indicates required fields \n                        \n                        Name*\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last\n                                                \n                            \n                        Email*\n                            \n                        Click on the event you'd like to RSVP for...*\n								\n								TTC/Fertility VIrtual Peer Support Space\n							\n								\n								Trans\, Nonbinary\, & Gender Nonconforming Parents Peer Support Space\n							Select AllYou can check multiple boxes to RSVP for more than one event. CAPTCHA\n         Submit \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n        \n                        \n                         \nASL interpretation is available if needed. Please email us to request it!  \nThis event is made possible with the support of our sponsor\, AllPaths Family Building. Learn more about AllPaths Family Building here. \n 
URL:https://familyequality.org/event/biweekly-trying-to-conceive-peer-support-space-9/2025-06-25/
CATEGORIES:Peer Support,TTC
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