The Department of Education has rescinded Title IX agreements related to gender identity, which could impact school policies and protections for transgender students. Our Director of Education Law and Policy, Nikhil Vashee spoke with The Hill about what this means.
❗️BREAKING: Family Equality today expressed deep concern following the decision by the Supreme Court of the United States in Chiles v. Salazar, a case addressing whether states may restrict licensed mental health professionals from subjecting minors to conversion therapy.
URGENT: If you have lived in foster care, worked in child welfare, raised a young person in the system, or lead an organization with a stake in this fight — we need to hear from you. The experiences of real people in real placements are what transform a legal argument into an undeniable record.
TAKE ACTION: Urge your Senators to vote "NO" on the SAVE America Act.
We need your help. Act now!
Send a positive messages of love in honor of Trans Day of Visibility!
👉 What's one thing you'd like to say? Share your message in the comments and we'll share it with them on TDoV!
#TransDayofVisibility #TDoV #🏳️
There's still time to shape our work! Family Equality wants to hear from LGBTQ+ families across the country: What are your biggest challenges, and what can we do to help? Complete our 10-minute, 12-question survey and help us better support families like yours for years to come.
In honor of Transgender Day of Visibility, we're collecting positive messages for our trans community. What's one thing you'd like to say? Share your message in the comments and we'll share it with them on TDoV!
#TransDayofVisibility #TDoV #🏳️⚧️
☀️ Family Week 2026 Registration is Now Open! Check out the schedule and start mapping your game plan! The full schedule will be available on March 30 so register today so you don’t miss it!
📅 July 25 - August 1
🔗 Register at familyequality.org/family-week-in-provincetown
#PTownFamilyWeek
Help shape our work! We want to hear from you: What are the biggest challenges you’re facing as an LGBTQ+ family, and what can Family Equality do to help? By taking 10 minutes to complete our 2026 audience needs assessment, you can inform our work!
BREAKING NEWS: The Supreme Court has issued an order that temporarily blocks California's policies designed to protect transgender students from being outed to their parents without their consent.
Read our response to this ruling in our recent blog:
If the State of the Union left you with questions or uncertainty, hear this: you are not alone. We stand with LGBTQ+ families — especially trans youth and their loved ones — today and every day. Hear that directly from our CEO, Darra Gordon. 🏳️⚧️🏳️🌈❤️
Join an upcoming virtual event on March 5 that will share insights on key policy areas affecting LGBTQ+ families, including education, family protections, and transgender protections.
Register here: ourfamily.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/o...
Ready for a HOOT? Tara Hoot, that is!
Catch up with Tara as she reads “Marley’s Pride” and encounters a special guest: @frost.house.gov!
Pledge to read now for National Day of Reading on Feb. 27: hrc.im/NDORreg
Late last week, a coalition of 47 anti-LGBTQ+ organizations announced a public relations campaign intended to reshape public opinion about marriage equality.
In response to this coalition, Family Equality reaffirms our commitment to ensuring all families are seen, respected, and protected.
Family Equality joined LGBTQ+ organizations from across the nation to share clear calls to action to end the ongoing harms being done to our communities.
Read the full joint statement here: outfront.org/joint-statement-mnresponds
These days, it’s easy to feel helpless. One concrete way to make a difference is to share your story! Learn how to harness the power of your voice by becoming a Family Equality storyteller today: familyequality.org/share-your-s...
For 45+ years, we’ve put a spotlight on the stories of LGBTQ+ families to change hearts, minds, and policy — and we want you to join in on the fun! Become a Family Equality storyteller to get access to resources and opportunities to make your voice heard. familyequality.org/share-your-s...
We are rising as a TEAM in support of all youth, including trans youth to have the same freedom to play sports and educational opportunities. Because all kids should be able to belong, to feel safe and welcomed in all schools.
Spread the word and find an action near you: mobilize.us/lambdalegal.
Darra Gordon, CEO of Family Equality states, "No one should have to endure the senseless loss of an innocent parent, a wife, and a friend at the hands of authoritarianism."
To Renee’s family and friends, we hold you in our hearts and we extend our deepest condolences.
BREAKING: The Trump Admin proposed rules threatening life-saving, medically necessary care for trans youth, even in states where such care remains legal.
These proposals are not binding and haven't passed. Submit comments sharing the impact of this rule during the customary 60-day comment period.
Send a message to Congress NOW! Protect trans youth and essential gender-affirming care.
One of the biggest joys and challenges new parents of babies face is lactation. For LGBTQ+ parents, the questions abound. Can I lactate if I've had top surgery? When can I restart taking testosterone? If you've been asking these questions, join us and Jacob Engelsman for a virtual Q&A NEXT Tuesday!
On this #TransDayofRemembrance, we honor and recognize our trans siblings, friends, and families who have passed due to acts of violence. Their joy and impact will always be remembered.
We want our families to know that you are seen, valued, and loved. 🤍
TONIGHT: Join us and leading LGBTQ+ family-building experts for a FREE LGBTQ+ family-building webinar at 4pm PT/7pm ET! Register now!
familyequality.org/event/lgbtq-paths-to-pre...
Calling all trans, nonbinary, and gender non-conforming parents! Join our Trans, Nonbinary, and Gender Nonconforming Parents Support Group every other Wednesday at 4pm PT/7pm ET. Click here to rsvp: familyequality.org/trans-nonbin...
This #TransAwarenessWeek, join @lambdalegal.org's The State of Trans Rights in 2025 on November 18 at 1pm ET. RSVP today!
Happy #TransAwarenessWeek to all our trans siblings, friends, and community members.
As we highlight and honor this week, what supportive messages do you want to share with our trans families? 🩵🩷🤍
NEXT WEEK: There are still spots open for our FREE LGBTQ+ family-building webinar! Join us and leading LGBTQ+ family-building experts for this helpful discussion and be entered into a raffle for a $2,195 voucher from our friends at California Cryobank!
familyequality.org/event/lgbtq-...
Victory! Today, the Supreme Court denied Kim Davis’s request to reconsider Obergefell v Hodges! Continue reading our full press release below!
familyequality.org/news/family-equality-app...
THIS Thursday, we're chatting with Steve Majors, author of Man Made: In Search of Dads, Daddies, Father Figures, and Fatherhood. We'll talk about queer fatherhood, masculinity, and becoming the father figure you needed growing up. This event is FREE but you need to register! Click the link below!
