rainbow families

There is still a lack of reliable, up-to-date and accessible information that could help rainbow families plan for or raise children. That’s why we are proud to announce the launch of the “Pride & Parent – Rainbow Parenthood in Poland” e-book – the first comprehensive publication created for women* planning parenthood in a same-sex relationship. The publication is available only in Polish – download it for free. The publication combines the perspectives of queer women with the expertise of: • Paulina Szupryczyńska – a midwife with many years of experience, • Justyna Jezierska – a lawyer specializing in the rights...

Unequal rights granted to rainbow families in different countries remain one of the most serious challenges in Europe. How can EU citizens be guaranteed the right to freedom of movement, when crossing a border may mean losing parental rights or having a marriage, valid in one’s own country, not legally recognized? How, in the face of growing opposition to equality, can international alliances and political support be built? How can we counter regression in states that not long ago were leaders of change? These are just some of the questions addressed during the conference “Ensuring equality for rainbow families in...

The fate of the government’s bill on civil partnerships is hanging in the balance – but we have no doubt that internal adoption is an integral part of it. On Wednesday, June 26, a press conference on civil partnerships and internal adoption of children was held in the Sejm of the Republic of Poland. The floor was taken by people who need these changes and are affected by them – rainbow families. The day before, the families asked the PSL deputies for a meeting – unfortunately, it did not take place in the end. Paulina and Patrycja with Vincent, Nadzieja...