Women’s LBTQ+ Support Group
Women’s New York Area Meetup on Zoom What: Meet other individuals who identify as female and who are exploring their Orthodox LGBTQ+ identities. When: Meeting Weekly: Every Tuesday from 9:00...
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Eshel Parent Retreat
Save the Date: May 6 – 9, 2027
Find support, camaraderie, connection, and inspiration from other Orthodox parents of LGBTQ+ children.
Eshel’s annual Parent Retreat brings together parents of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender children to share experiences and struggles, listen to each other openly and without judgement, and learn from experts including Rabbis, psychologists, and doctors.
Our Events
Drop-in for parents of LGBTQ people every Wednesday to shmooze, chat, ask questions, and hear topics of interest! Join Eshel’s parent group in Israel for connection, conversation, and community. Please bring a dairy/pareve dish and join us in Ramat Beit Shemesh! 🍽️ This virtual support group will be a space for people who identify as transgender, non-binary, and gender questioning. All shades of Orthodox including Chareidi, Modern Orthodox, Ex-Orthodox, are welcome to come and share in a safe and confidential virtual group.
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Parents Drop-In Support Group
Israel Parent Potluck Dinner & Discussion
Orthodox+* People of Trans Experience Support Group
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