I didn’t know queer history growing up.
When LGBTQ+ History month was first celebrated in 1994 it was a very different world for us. The number one rated show in the United
September 30, 2021
Category: Info & Guides
Three Things Parents of Toddlers and Young Kids Need to Know
We’re offering a fantastic workshop this Thursday, September 14: The First Five Years: Developmental Milestones and Parenting Matters. In anticipation of it, we spoke with Dr. Dhara
September 12, 2017
5 Pride Pro-tips for Pride-Rookie Parents
by Polly Pagenhart, Communications Director at Our Family Coalition This piece was originally published on the OFC Blog on June 24, 2014. It is re-posted
June 21, 2017
Legal advice for LGBTQ families post-election
The information in this post is also available as a PDF. Most of us are worried about the future of our families, communities and country.
December 12, 2016
Resources for talking to our kids and students about the election
Right now, we are all being called to the work of explaining these difficult times to our children. There is uncertainty, division, and—most of all—fear.
November 23, 2016
The Importance of LGBTQ Inclusive Education
By Maya Berkley, Policy Intern Growing up queer and of color, the endlessly vast reach of queerness did not spontaneously occur to me, and it
August 5, 2016
We stand against fear and for love.
Dear OFC Community: Our hearts broke when we learned of the hate-based gun violence in Orlando this past Sunday at a gay nightclub celebrating Latin
June 18, 2016
LGBTQ-Friendly Summer Camps
PACT Camp July 3-8, 2016 Tahoe City, CA www.pactadopt.org/events/ Putting It All Together: Adoption, Race & Family A Gathering for Adoptive Families With Children of
April 2, 2016
5 Pride Pro-tips for Pride-Rookie Parents
This piece was originally published on the OFC Blog on June 24, 2014. It is re-posted here with current links for the 2015 Pride extravaganza!
May 26, 2015
Top-10 Quintessentially Queer Self-Care Tips: Enjoying Parenthood & Partnership in the East Bay
Congratulations! You have mastered the art of early parenting. You’ve figured out how to make it through the day on very, very little shut eye;
December 11, 2014
Banned Books Week Special: Some favorite kids’ lit titles
Banned Books Week (this year, Sept 21– 27): always a favorite among bibliophiles, and a particular favorite among we who keep finding books about us banned.
September 12, 2014
Family Destinations Near San Francisco – Just a Few Hours but Worlds Away from SF
The San Francisco Bay Area offers so many great family activities and unique spots to explore, why would anyone ever leave? But maybe, just maybe,
July 25, 2014
5 Pride Pro-tips for Pride-Rookie Parents
If this your first Pride with your family, you’re probably wondering how you’re going to get through the day with your good humor — and
June 24, 2014
What Domestic Partners Need to Know About Applying for Health Insurance Under Obamacare
Post by Shae Irving, legal editor and writer When registered domestic partners or civil union partners apply for coverage in the new health insurance marketplace, there’s
January 30, 2014
