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Page 1: Gay & Lesbian Families
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Columbus has been dubbed the “GLBT Mecca of the

Midwest”. In an article written by 614 Magazine “Why is

Columbus So Gay?”, it is said that “the chorus of support for

our GLBT residents increasingly encouraged, not simply

tolerated – by a community working together to make

Columbus a more progressive city as a whole.” The

revitalization of the gay population in Columbus began in

German Village, and has since spread to Italian Village,

Harrison West, Clintonville and Grandview, as well as the Short

North, where there is a large presence of GLBT business owners

supporting a thriving arts area..

Source: http://614columbus.com/article/why-is-columbus-so-gay-2153

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This particular family group celebrates the same holidays as other

groups. Although they do have a few particular events that they

celebrate in the Columbus area such as the Pride Festival. This

festival focuses on the awareness of the GLBT community. They have

a parade that is open to anyone. There is also all types of activities

and different foods.

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Gay and lesbian families bring DIVERSITY into early childcare settings.

Children in the program must: •Learn about their own environment. •Continually be exposed to activities, materials, and concrete experiences that destroy stereotypes. •Learn to enjoy, appreciate, and seek out differences. •Learn that harassment and intolerance is never acceptable.

Source: http://www.earlychildhoodnews.com/earlychildhood/article_view.aspx?ArticleID=548

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Gay and Lesbian Families could face

STEREOTYPING.

• Children raised in homosexual

households will become gay.

• Children will develop problems

growing up in an 'unnatural' lifestyle.

• Children will be molested by

homosexual parents. Source: https://www.childwelfare.gov/pubs/f_gay/f_gay.pdf

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Myth: Parenting Choices are Influenced by Sexual Orientation Fact: According to a 1999 report published by the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), gay and lesbian parents did not parent based upon their sexual orientation. The ACLU states that “good parenting” involves supplying a nurturing home with love from both parents and gay/lesbian parents can effectively offer that to their children.

Myth: Children of Gay and Lesbian Parents Grow Up Unhappy Fact: The same 1999 report published by the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), revealed children of gay and lesbian parents were just as happy as children raised by heterosexual parents.

Myth: Children of Gay and Lesbian Couples are Less Intelligent. Fact: There are no known studies that support the idea that children of gay and lesbian couples are less intelligent.

Myth: Gay & Lesbian Parents Cannot Provide Good Foster & Adoption Homes Fact: Each year, more and more children enter the foster system with fewer couples willing to adopt. With research supporting the gay and lesbian parental unit, there is no reason to stop them from opening a well-rounded home to a child that would otherwise by stuck in the system.

Source: http://www.babymed.com/gay-and-lesbian-pregnancy/facts-and-myths-about-gay-and-lesbian-parenting

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“Stonewall Columbus serves the Central Ohio LGBT community by

providing a community center and offering programming and

services that enhance the well-being and visibility of our diverse

community through discovery, affirmation and celebration. As the

leading organization on GLBT issues in the Central Ohio area, we

have made countless strides in educating the larger community,

increasing social awareness, and collaborating on political

advocacy by providing stronger programs, services, and

alternative social activities. ” Source: http://www.stonewallcolumbus.org/about

Popular Community Events for the GLBT Community: • Columbus Pride Festival and Parade • Community Festival (ComFest) • LBGTFest • Columbus Urban Pride

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www.familyequality.org LOVE. JUSTICE. FAMILY. EQUALITY.

“Family Equality Council is changing attitudes and policies to

ensure all families are respected, loved, and celebrated -

especially families with parents who are lesbian, gay,

bisexual, or transgender.”

Source: www.familyequality.org

Social Media Websites like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram…. Provide a great sense of community among members of society that are either part of or allies

of the GLBT community. People can “Like” different pages on Facebook, stay up-to-date with

community events and announcements on Twitter, and post pictures & videos on Instagram.

These communities bring people together online as well as in their respective communities.

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These two books are rhyming books written for toddlers written by Lesléa Newman that depict the daily activities that two fathers &

two mothers do with their child.

These books are told from the eyes of a young girl & boy on the playground. They tell about their

families, the boy having two mothers and the girl having two fathers. They are both written by

Vanita Oelschlager.

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• Use appropriate language in acknowledging the parent(s) in a gay or lesbian headed family. • Update the curriculum to include materials that address the issues of gay and lesbian families. • Change school forms and other community documents to use neutral, inclusive language. • Work on creating a school environment that is inclusive of all community members. • Make sure the school leadership models inclusiveness and an understanding of the needs of gay and lesbian families. • Teachers can discuss openly and honestly with gay and lesbian parents how they wish to be addressed by themselves and others, and their openness and comfort level in discussing their family structure within the classroom.

Source: http://www.familypride.org/publications/openingdoors.pdf

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• Knowing the families names and ACKNOWLEDGING by greeting

them in the morning and the afternoon.

• Tell parents something specific about their child's interests or

involvements each week.

• Interviewing the children by ASKING THEM QUESTIONS about their

family’s activities and exploits, without invading privacy.

• Set aside some time to LISTEN TO FAMILIES needs and to get their

feedback on how the program is doing.

• Make this time by doing a conference and really make sure you let

the families talk and you listen.

Source: http://www.nncc.org/Families/dc36_work.parents.html

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