Hello Monday with Jessi Hempel How to Protect LGBTQ+ Families in 2025 with Darra Gordon
Jun 2, 2025
Darra Gordon, CEO of Family Equality, passionately advocates for LGBTQ+ families while juggling her own parenting journey. In this conversation, she emphasizes the necessity of visibility and community support during uncertain times. They discuss empowering children to embrace their identities and the importance of allyship beyond Pride Month. Darra shares personal experiences navigating the legal hurdles faced by queer families in adoption and foster care, highlighting the ongoing fight for equal rights and the joy within queer family dynamics.
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Revolution in Legal Family Recognition
- Jessi Hempel shares a personal story about her son needing stitches where no proof of parentage was required due to legal protections.
- This moment felt revolutionary compared to the past, highlighting progress in family legal recognition for LGBTQ+ parents.
Power of Queer Community
- Finding a community of queer families provides mutual understanding and support that allies may not fully replicate.
- This connection strengthens individuals and enables them to voice their authenticity confidently in mixed environments.
Talk and Advocate for Kids
- Parents should talk openly to their children about differences and celebrate diversity.
- They should use their voices to advocate for safe and inclusive environments like school board meetings.