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A big thing in the LGBTQ community is finding family…

“A big thing in the LGBTQ community is finding family because some of us have loving families and some of us really don't, so we have to go out there and make our own families.” quote by Shangela
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“A big thing in the LGBTQ community is finding family because some of us have loving families and some of us really don't, so we have to go out there and make our own families.”

Shangela

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Finding chosen family is essential for LGBTQ individuals lacking supportive biological families.

In simple terms: Create your own supportive community.

Key Takeaway

Build and nurture chosen families.

Themes

identity support family

Mood

hopeful empowering

Type

activist personal narrative

When to use this quote

  • social events
  • online groups
  • support groups
  • activism
  • housing

Key Concepts

chosen family LGBTQ solidarity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you help someone build a chosen family?
  • What resources support LGBTQ community building?
A Different Perspective

Chosen families may lack legal protections.

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