Family Pride : : What Lgbt Families Should Know About Navigating Home, School, and Safety in Their Neighborhoods
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Includes index.
The diversity of LGBT parents -- The war on LGBT families -- Passing -- The stress of the ideal family -- Schools -- Professional services -- Recreation and leisure -- Religious institutions -- The legal system.
Despite the progress made in gay rights, LGBT people are still at high risk of being victimized. While the national focus remains on the mistreatment of gay people in schools, the reality is that LGBT families also face hostility in various settings--professional, recreational, and social. This is especially evident in rural communities, where the majority of LGBT families live, isolated from support networks more commonly found in urban spaces. Family Pride is the first book for queer parents, families, and allies that emphasizes community safety. Drawing on his years as a dedicated community activist and on the experiences of LGBT parents, Michael Shelton offers concrete strategies that LGBT families can use to intervene in and resolve difficult community issues, teach their children resiliency skills, and find safe and respectful programs for their children.--From publisher description.
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Queer action/queer ideas.
PUBLISHED
Boston : Beacon Press, c2013.
Year Published: 2013
Description: xxii, 191 p. ; 22 cm.
Language: English
Format: Book
ISBN/STANDARD NUMBER
9780807001974
080700197X
SUBJECTS
Gay parents.
Gay couples -- Family relationships.
Lesbian couples -- Family relationships.
Parent and child.
Families.
Gay rights.
Homophobia -- Psychological aspects.