I believe the Gay, Lesbian, Bi, Trans, Queer, and Ally (LGBTQA) population has a large need for a more active parenting group in the Austin Area. We need a group that is inclusive of our families and that includes our strong allies and their families.  As LGBTQA people who have or hope to have children, both older and younger, we need to socialize and make friends with not only our straight allies but also to have other "family" friends.  We need to involve the people around us, our allies, our …

This is a social group for Gay and Lesbian couples in committed relationships who want to meet other local couples for friendship, support, and/or networking. Both couples with or without children are welcome. Make new friends and strengthen relationships! Members: Be sure to update your profile so we'll know a bit about you. You may use the message board to post ideas, make friends, organize an outing, etc. You are also welcome to use the email feature to contact those couples you would like to …

Mishpacha is the Hebrew word for "family," which reflects the essence of our community.  Gay Jews Austin is truly that, a coming-together of Jewish GLBTs bound by the human ties that connect us;  our unique sexual and gender identities; and our links to the Jewish past. We are Reform, Conservative, Reconstructionist, Orthodox, secular and liberal.  And we come from all types of backgrounds. Our mishpacha is open to all GLBT Jews, spouses, partners, significant others and friends, whether Jewi …