NEW YORK — Jessica Parker, 40, didn't transition until she was in her 30s.
She suppressed her identity in her conservative, central Texas town out of fear of rejection or violence. But as more and more LGBTQ people came into her life, she finally felt safe enough to come out, identifying publicly as a woman.
When facing rejection from family members or feeling lost about the challenges faced by the LGBTQ community, that's where a chosen family steps in. Local activist groups, LGBTQ alliances or clubs, or dedicated spaces like queer bars are often the birthplaces of many chosen families. "What makes us so resilient is that we tend to really be resourceful in making sure that our communities get what they need, even if external forces don't protect us."2021 was a record-breaking year for anti-LGBTQ legislation, according to the Human Rights Campaign. Legislatures in 2022 are moving full steam ahead with these ongoing efforts -- including bills or governmental directives in Florida, Texas, Alabama, Indiana, and more that target these groups.
When someone needs a jumpstart on their car, or when someone needs moral support during a health care procedure -- a chosen family will ensure that someone will be there to lend a helping hand.
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