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Unpacking the U.S. Supreme Court Case on Transgender Medical Care
The “transgender medicalization” debate continues to heat up. Last week, the British government changed a “temporary ban” to an “indefinite ban” (which more than likely means “permanent ban”) on the use of puberty blockers for minors experiencing gender dysphoria. A...
A vehicle for change, powered by you
What if you felt you had an answer that could alleviate much of the chaos and turmoil in communities and nations? Would you “work your fingers to the bone” to educate and share what you understand? Would you try, and try again, to influence laws and policies, both...
Gratitude and Its Surprising Effects!
United Families has, for years, wanted to share information in the form of quizzes. Thanks to Emily Judkins, a wonderful colleague and volunteer, quizzes have become a reality. Take the quiz, below, and learn how “living a life of gratitude” can change your life! We...
Welcome to the 4B Movement: Where women shave their heads and swear off men in protest
The last few weeks of the political and cultural scene have been crazy - for all of us! It continues to be a time for humility and reflection on how to best resolve the challenges and move forward. Today, Alexis Tarkalson tells us about a movement that is, shall we...
The Battle Over Human Rights
From the Desk of Wendy Wixom: The term “human rights” is bantered about regularly within the UN system; cries such as “Women’s rights are Human Rights!” “Abortion is a human right!” are a constant. Navigating these ideological minefields is always a challenge....
What you need to know about IVF
IVF is more common today than ever before. Not only has technology advanced to help infertile couples conceive, the definition of married couples has also changed, demanding the need for IVF for more couples to fulfill “their” dreams of becoming parents. Many view...
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Raising Thinkers: Encouraging Curiosity and Learning in Children
December 2, 2024 By Amanda Henderson Every child carries a spark of curiosity that, when nurtured, can ignite a lifelong passion for learning. As parents, it’s our role to foster this curiosity in ways that resonate deeply with their personal experiences and...
Should Social Media Be Banned for Kids? Australia’s New Policy Push
November 27, 2024 By Linda Sulzen Parents have called for bans of smartphones for children under 16 years old as risks associated with cell phone usage have come to light. Author of the article, “Inside the fight for smartphone-free childhoods,” Pippa Bailey asked the...
New School Trans Policies in England Face Some Resistance
November 21, 2024 By Linda Sulzen The English government published non-statutory guidance for schools including colleges about children who question gender. The roll out of the guidelines were delayed because of a change in government and are still being finalized....
America Not Alone in Reproductive Rights Debate
November 12, 2024 By Linda Sulzen Abortion rights affect women and are highly contested by individuals on both sides of the issue. Worldwide abortion was authorized by request in 77 countries and in most of them up to 12 weeks, 47 countries allow it for health...
Equality in Marriage and Happiness
November 4, 2024 By Linda Sulzen When a couple marries the bliss they feel may fade as the pressure of life builds. As children are added to families more responsibilities ensue. Studies have been conducted on how duties were divided among couples and included...
Father’s Rights and How They Could Help Prevent Abortions
October 21, 2024 By Linda Sulzen The BBC has reported that the abortion issue usually deals with the rights of the mother and the fetus and not the father. There are cases where fathers want a mother to get an abortion and she does not go through with it or where the...
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