Men Having Babies & Our Family Coalition's 2021 West Coast Surrogacy Conference
Description
This event is meeting virtually while COVID-19 shelter in place and physical distancing protocols remain in effect.
Please register in advance to receive phone and video conference access information.
What:
For gay men who want to become parents through surrogacy, the MHB educational conferences are a rare opportunity to get curated information, expert advice and access to a wide range of relevant service providers — and from an unbiased non-profit organization.
Due to public health concerns we are offering this 2020 conference late, and in an elaborate virtual format utilizing the specialized REMO platform that allows for presentations, breakout sessions, expo “tables” and effective interaction. MHB has already used this REMO platform for several of our 2020 and 2021 programs, and received rave reviews from both attendees and exhibitors.
The virtual format should make participation even easier for gay men near and far, while providing as comprehensive program as ever, including:
- How to evaluate various surrogacy destinations and options
- The medical and legal aspects of surrogacy
- How the COVID-19 pandemic affected surrogacy and IVF
- Opportunities to meet 1:1 with gay-friendly agencies, clinics, law firms, and other surrogacy providers
- Insurance & budgeting issues for U.S. and Canadian surrogacy
- How to get your surrogacy journey started with online resources, member discounts, and financial assistance from MHB
On the Friday before the conference (May 14), we will once again host the Advocacy & Research Forum, to discuss the social, ethical, legal and empirical aspects of surrogacy and LGBT parenting.
Proceeds from sponsorship and exhibiting fees will benefit the Gay Parenting Assistance Program and Our Family Coalition.
Friday May 14th, 2021 4:00 to 6:30pm
The West Coast Advocacy and Research Forum - Surrogate: Stigma and Stereotypes.
Saturday and Sunday May 15th and 16th 9:00am to 1:30pm
2021 West Coast Surrogacy Conference
Taking place virtually via secure Zoom phone and video conference.
Please register using the link above, and we'll contact you with the secure telehealth conference call phone number and video link URL. To be sure to allow us enough time to get back to you with the contact information, please register as early as possible; remember also to check your spam folder if you've not received access info. Our Zoom video and audio conferencing are HIPAA-compliant and preserve the security and confidentiality of all our participants to the highest standards possible. [Further information about Zoom meeting HIPAA compliance here.]
Please contact Family Programs Director Dorrell Moncreease @ dorrell@ourfamily.org or Shari D'Aguilar @ shari@ourfamily.org
We are committed to ensuring our programs are accessible to all families. When you're registering, please let us know of any accommodations that would help your family participate to the fullest (e.g. ASL interpreter, translated materials, childcare providers experienced with kids with disabilities, large print materials, gluten-free food options, etc.). If registering within 48 hours of the event, please call 415-981-1960 to ensure our receipt of your request. This event – including refreshments and childcare, as applicable – is offered free for all attendees. As you are able, please help us continue offering these resources to all who need them, by making a financial donation to OFC.
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