How to Become an Advocate for Gay Adoption in Michigan

Do you believe that adopting a baby and raising a child is every person’s right, irrespective of his or her sexuality? Consider becoming an advocate for gay adoption. Give something back to the society. Follow these steps to become an advocate for gay adoption in Michigan.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

1. Inquire about the laws for gay adoption in Maine.

2. Go online and search the Web for information (see Resources below) on legal matters pertaining to gay adoption in Maine.

3. Visit government Web sites (see Resources below), read legal books and discuss with attorneys to learn more about Maine's adoption laws.

4. Spread the awareness of the rule that Michigan allows single-parent "LGBT" adoption. Second-parent adoption is allowed; but the judgment depends upon the court’s decision. Joint-adoption is not permitted here.

5. Seek co-operation from professional organizations supporting gay adoption (see Resources below).

6. Write articles in newspapers and magazines advocating gay adoption. Publicize it in positive manner; it could lead to positive results.

7. Take political action on issues important to Maine's "LGBT" community like gay adoption (see Resources below).

8. Suggest the gay couples to approach the county family courts, if they want second-parent adoption.

9. Conduct seminars, workshops, street plays and gay meetings. Educate the people about gay adoption. Let them know the benefits of it.

Tips & Warnings

• You can form a group of like-minded people, supporting gay adoption. As they say, "Unity is Strength."
• Always use a friendly and convincing tone while speaking to people. Try to list the pros and cons of gay adoption.
• Never try to impose your thoughts and viewpoints in a forcible manner.
• Don't use abusive verbal or body language to talk about people who are against gay adoption.
• Never approach people without complete knowledge about the judicial part of gay adoption.

[Maddy0808]

on 12/26/2008 I as well. My sister is a lesbian and I love her to death. I don't condemn them for their alternative life style. I'm also passing this along to her and her friends. http://www.myadoptionforms.com/booklet.html has great purpose if not amazing info on the adoption process.

Maddy