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For LGBTQ individuals — especially for young people — family and community acceptance can change everything. In 2018 we asked to tell us how either acceptance or rejection has impacted your life. We received hundreds powerful stories from across the country, illuminating the importance of acceptance and the harms of rejection. Each story was a reminder that no matter who you are or who you love, you deserve to be safe and affirmed #AsYouAre.

Featured Stories

“I want you to think about how happy you were when your kids were born.”
First Name Test 1 Age: 45 Solom ME Test 1

“I want you to think about how happy you were when your kids were born.”

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“Following your child’s lead in gender identity is the right thing to do.”
“Following your child’s lead in gender identity is the right thing to do.”
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“We all want our kids to be treated fairly and equally.”
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“We all want our kids to be treated fairly and equally.”

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Resources

Explore the As You Are resource library for more information related to family and community acceptance for LGBTQ people.

Our Work

The Biden Foundation is committed to ensuring equal dignity and opportunity for all LGBTQ Americans.

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