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Investigation launched after man screams homophobic slurs at queer couples on D.C. metro

A queer woman has spoken out on social about an incident on a D.C. train where a man "SCREAMED" at a small child "for having two dads."

Forever Mine: Why LGBTQ+ Parents Should Consider Adopting Their Own Children

This National Adoption Month, an attorney for Family Equality highlights a different type of adoption: stepparent, second parent, and confirmatory adoption for LGBTQ+ parents.

Queer Families, Foster Youth Celebrated at Extraordinary Families Gala

The foster/adoption agency celebrated its 30th anniversary with an event hosted by Carson Kressley that honored out TV legend Paris Barclay and featured a surprise appearance by Pedro Pascal.

This Is What a Queer Family Looks Like

Nico Tortorella and Bethany Meyers are reinventing what it means to be family.

Hawaii Says Aloha to Queer Families

A welcoming spirit frees LGBT families to set aside anxieties and take in all the senses. 

Ava DuVernay Highlights the Beauty of Diverse, Queer Families

The esteemed director's unscripted show, Home Sweet Home, accentuates understanding over aggression -- and pulls it off without being treacly.

'Milkwater' Is a Modern Tale of Queer Families, Love, and Loss

Queer filmmaker Morgan Ingar delves into the complications of starting LGBTQ families, and what tricky emotional waters they can be to navigate.

Moms Imagine Their Queer Kids' Future Families (Video)

Watch these inspirational moms imagine the future families and partners of their queer kids. 

WATCH: Meet NYC's Queer Arab-American Family

Frustrated with the lack of social opportunities for his fellow LGBT Arab-Americans, Bashar Makhay founded his own real-life social network to foster community.

ALOTO's Lea Robinson on Queer Family and What Connects Us

By playing Max Chapman's trans uncle in A League of Their Own, Lea Robinson shows a Black trans man thriving.

Molly Bernard on Playing a Messy Character Buoyed by Queer Family

In the indie Milkwater, the out Younger star plays a flailing straight character held up by her queer chosen family. 

Heartwarming Sundance hit 'Jimpa' celebrates queer family bonds

The film stars Olivia Colman, John Lithgow, and director Sophie Hyde's child Aug Mason-Hyde.

'First Deep Breath' Is a Moving Story of a Black Family & Queerness

Queer artists Lee Edward Colston II and Steve H. Broadnax III chat with The Advocate about how The First Deep Breath explores vulnerable masculinity.

Cloris Leachman’s Last Film 'Jump, Darling' Is a Queer Tale of Family

The film, written and directed by Phil Connell, premieres in theaters March 11. 

LGBTQ+ Parenting Pioneers Share Tips for Queer Families in Live Event

Have no fear -- help for queer families is here! A free webinar this weekend will provide wisdom from some LGBTQ+ parenting pioneers.

Jasika Nicole Talks Being a Part of Punky Brewster's Queer Family

The queer star talks playing Lauren, Cherie Johnson's girlfriend and an "unofficial auntie" in a revival of the '80s sitcom.

Op-ed: Empire's Queer Family of Color Is the Real 'New Normal'

It's not just up to Hollywood to show LGBT parents exist -- it's up to us, too.

Pete Buttigieg & Don Lemon Share Laugh While Discussing Queer Families

The Secretary of Transportation defended his family's very relatable choice of vehicle while appearing on CNN to discuss marriage equality.

Brandi Carlile Drops Inspiring Video for Song About Her Queer Family

The Grammy-winner has released a video for "You and Me on the Rock," about the solid foundation of her home with her wife and kids.