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Our son Elijah came out at age 8. We feel very fortunate that we’ve had the opportunity to be supportive of his authentic journey from the very beginning. We’ve become the go-to in our neighborhood for the kids who feel they can’t be themselves at home and do our best to provide a safe and affirming space. We also immediately jumped into supporting events,

My shoot with the NOH 8 Campaign a couple of months ago was a stand of solidarity and equality . The NOH 8 Campaign's mission to promote marriage , gender , and human equality resonates deeply with me, and I'm proud to have been a part of it. However, even within the LGBTQ+ community, there are still barriers to overcome. Racial divides and infighting persist, casting

  My mother taught me the importance of love from a young age. As a child, she encouraged me to stand up for what's right , even if it meant being outspoken sometimes -- though she probably didn't realize it would get me into trouble so often. In 2009, I was deeply moved by the NOH 8 Campaign . As an ally, I can never comprehend the issues and experiences of the LGBTQ+

LOVE WINS! I joined because one day I want to be married to the one and only. Since 1998 the tragedy of Matthew Shepard made me stronger than ever, to continue the fight against HATE . Live and let live. When we put our differences aside, and we come together as a human race , We Win. Love Wins Every time. I Live for Equality and will always protect it. Love is Love … ~Jose

Growing up in the 70's and 80's with the brutal beatings and murders of our LGBTQ brothers and sisters, losing so many friends to HIV/AIDS , I have gone to too many funerals. I am a survivor , a warrior , and an activist .  I am a mestiza mom, and a wife.  Although I am now disabled, I continue to fight for all children , especially those who are abused and neglected,