By 
Lynne Elvins
 | 
TEDx Talk

The myths of gay adoption

Lynne Elvins candidly shares the experience of adopting a son with her partner Emma -- and what it can teach us about authenticity and advocacy.

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family
parenting
equality
lgbtqia+
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