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COLAGE is a national movement of children, youth, and adults with one or more lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and/or queer (LGBTQ) parent/s. We build community and work toward social justice through youth empowerment, leadership development, education, and advocacy.

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COLAGE's 20th Anniversary: Save the Date!
Mar 17 10

San Francisco June 10, 2010 6:15-7:00PM Reception 7:00PM-10:00PM Party The Hamm's Building 1550 Bryant Street, San Francisco Share on Facebook> Washington, D.C. October 10, 2010 Save the Date! Details to be announced. Share on Facebook> ---Sponsorship Opportunities--- Please contact Jack...
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Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender & Queer (LGBTQ) Family Advocates Offer Educational Tool to Catholic School
Mar 8 10

Colorado Catholic school denies enrollment to child with lesbian moms. COLAGE, the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force's Institute for Welcoming Resources, and the Family Equality Council express their disappointment with the decision of the Archdiocese of Denver to deny...
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Family values redefined: Children of same-sex parents enter the battle for marriage equality
Mar 5 10

From JWeekly.com: A new voice has crept into the same-sex marriage debate. Across the country and in California, an increasing number of children of gay and lesbian parents are finding their voices in courtrooms, newspapers and public demonstrations. Margee Churchon...
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Listen: Two Moms and a Donor
Mar 4 10

From KQED Radio: "By Abigail Just because my mom and I aren't related, doesn't mean we don't love and care for each other as if we were. I have gay parents. And you know what? I'm darn proud of...
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10 Questions, 10 Minutes, 10 Years, The U.S. Census
Mar 3 10

Participating in the Census Helps our Families Receive Support The U.S. Census counts every resident in the United States, and is required by the Constitution to take place every 10 years. The data collected by the census also help determine...
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COLAGErs Commemorate Freedom to Marry Day at SF City Hall
Feb 13 10

COLAGE staff Chiah Connolly-Ingram and Jeff DeGroot spoke out as people with LGBTQ parents at a Freedom to Marry Day press conference at San Francisco City Hall. Today marks the sixth anniversary of the Winter of Love, when SF Mayor...
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COLAGE Expresses Condolences at the Passing of Evelyn Haas
Feb 4 10

Evelyn Haas, philanthropist and widow of Walter A. Haas Jr., died Wednesday at the age of 92. COLAGE sends its condolences to the Haas family. Mrs. Haas will be remembered for her generosity in supporting many kinds of families. "It...
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COLAGE Welcomes New Program Director and Communications Coordinator
Feb 4 10

This year, COLAGE celebrates 20 years as the only national youth-driven network of people with lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or queer parents. Over the past two decades, thousands of people with LGBTQ parents have become strong advocates for ourselves and...
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Children Speak for Same-Sex Marriage
Jan 20 10

This New York Times article features a number of COLAGE Speak OUT members, who continue to advocate for themselves and their families. When COLAGErs are moved to speak up, we are powerful advocates on behalf of ourselves and our LGBTQ...
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Congress is Back, Help Pass the Employment Non-Discrimination Act
Jan 13 10

The Employment Non-Discrimination Act, also known as ENDA, is currently being reintroduced in Congress and as a member of COLAGE you are in a unique position to affect the fate of the bill. When LGBTQ parents are subject to workplace...
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PEOPLE AND PLACE
COLAGE was created for people just like you! In the United States alone, more than 10 million people have one or more lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and/or queer parent(s). Today, COLAGE is the only national organization in the world specifically supporting children, youth and adults with LGBTQ parent(s). Using our experiences and creativity, COLAGE offers a diverse array of community building opportunities, education, leadership development and advocacy by and for folks with LGBTQ parents.

COLAGE COMMUNITY
Whether you already know lots of other people with LGBTQ parent(s), or always thought you were the only one, COLAGE is a source of friendship and understanding. It is a place where you can talk about your family with complete honesty and pride. COLAGE is an organization that accepts your family AND celebrates it! Welcome - You've Got a Friend in COLAGE!

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