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Archive for August, 2011

Vast majority of younger Americans support adoption by gay and lesbian couples

Posted by Heron Greenesmith in August 30th 2011  

Public Religion Research Institute just released Generations at Odds: The Millennial Generation and the Future of Gay and Lesbian Rights, a new report with startling findings about American’s support for LGBT families.  The report highlights the cultural gap between Millennials (defined as Americans between 18 and 29) and seniors (65 and older).   The study found [...]

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Important new developments in Virginia and Illinois.

Posted by Sean Carlson in August 22nd 2011  

Every child deserves a family and now, thanks to developments last week, children in two states may be closer to finding their forever families. In Virginia, the State Board of Social Services voted to allow the public 30 days to comment on its controversial decision to strip key anti-discrimination language from proposed rules that govern [...]

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DOJ and DHS will recognize LGBT families when making deportation decisions

Posted by Heron Greenesmith in August 19th 2011  

Yesterday, the US Departments of Justice and Homeland Security announced that they will implement administrative changes that will enable immigration enforcement officials to focus on the “highest priorities” and eliminate the “lowest priority cases.” What these changes in DHS policy mean for LGBT families: The Department of Homeland Security has limited resources and must prioritize the [...]

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My Very First Family Week

Posted by Becky Sniderman in August 11th 2011  

Having just returned from my first Family Week, I now completely understand why folks often tear up when thinking or talking about past Family Weeks.  It was such a rewarding and meaningful experience getting to meet the families that we serve. I now have many lasting memories from Family Week.  I think one of the [...]

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