Parenting

More LGBTQ+ people are becoming parents than ever before, but there are still barriers to equal recognition under the law. You can find more helpful resources and guides for parents under our Parents for Transgender Equality Network page.

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It’s in the best interest of every child to grow up in a loving environment with committed parents. The Human Rights Campaign believes that all qualified adults who have room in their hearts and homes to raise a family should be able to do so. HRC provides current resources that address the many potential paths to parenthood as well as tools for issues facing LGBTQ+ headed families or LGBTQ+ youth.

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Parents for Transgender Equality National Council

The HRC National Parents for Transgender Equality Council is made up of a small but mighty, diverse segment of the thousands of parents out there who, every day, are modeling…

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State & Local Policy, Laws & Legislation, College, Allies, LGBTQ+ Youth, Parenting, Empowering Advocate Communities

Tips for Preparedness, Peaceful Protesting, and Safety

Safety and preparedness are essential in uncertain times. Whether you're preparing for an emergency or participating in a peaceful protest, these guidelines will help ensure your safety and well-being.

LGBTQ+ Youth, Allies, Workplace, Parenting, Elections, Transgender, Health & Aging, State & Local Policy, Coming Out, Communities of Color, Hate Crimes, Adoption, Laws & Legislation

Facing the Future Together: FAQs, Guidance, and Resources

Many in our community are experiencing the heaviness of recent events and a range of emotions including fear, anger, sadness, grief, hopelessness, and exhaustion. These emotions are real, and we…

Parenting, LGBTQ+ Youth, Capacity Building, Opportunities for Providers & Institutions

Time to THRIVE Summit

Time to THRIVE was founded with the goal of building a strong network of supportive adults to ensure LGBTQ+ youth don’t simply survive, but THRIVE. Our summit is a convening…

Transgender, LGBTQ+ Youth, Allies, Coming Out, Parenting, Research

Understanding Neopronouns

Last updated: 5/18/22 What are Neopronouns? Pronouns are the words we use to refer to ourselves and others and are an important part of our daily lives. In English, the…