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SUMMARY:Silver Spring Parents Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Connect with other parents of LGBTQ+ children in the DC\, Maryland\, and Virginia area. This is a great opportunity to learn from one another and build our community. \nWhere: silver Spring\, MD – RSVP For Address
URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/silver-spring-parents-meetup/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T203000
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SUMMARY:Women's LBTQ+ Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Women’s New York Area Meetup on Zoom \nWhat: Meet other individuals who identify as female and who are exploring their Orthodox LGBTQ+ identities. \nWhen: Meeting Weekly: Every Tuesday from 8:30 pm – 9:45 pm \nWhere: For notifications and sign-in information\, register below. (You only need to register for this group one time.)
URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/womens-lgbtq-support-group-2025-09-11/2026-06-16/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T120000
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UID:158356-1781697600-1781701200@www.eshelonline.org
SUMMARY:Parents Drop-In Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Drop-in every Wednesday to shmooze\, chat\, ask questions\, and hear topics of interest! \nFor notifications and sign-in information\, please fill out the form below. (You only need to register for this group one time.)\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Subscribe to a Newsletter
URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/parents-drop-in/2026-06-17/
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T223000
DTSTAMP:20260613T012127
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SUMMARY:Orthodox+* People of Trans Experience Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to Eshel’s Meetup!\nWhat: 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. \nWhen: Meetings will be held on the third Thursday of every month at 9 pm EST – 6 pm PST. \nWhere: For notifications and sign-in information\, please register below. (You only need to register for this group one time.) \nThis group is confidential: all attendees are required to adhere to the privacy of its members. \nAbout the Group Coordinator \nThis Eshel Meetup is led by Joshua Avishur\, a transgender Orthodox Jew who enjoys connecting with people and embracing the beauty in all individuals. Joshua is a Masters-in-Social-Work student with experience in mentoring LGBTQ+ folk and developing and leading therapy groups for children and individual counseling with at-risk youth. Joshua is also a transgender panel moderator and panelist. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Subscribe to a Newsletter
URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/a-support-group-for-orthodox-people-of-trans-experience/2026-06-18/
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260622T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260622T220000
DTSTAMP:20260613T012127
CREATED:20200212T210217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241212T230228Z
UID:158404-1782162000-1782165600@www.eshelonline.org
SUMMARY:Parents of Trans & Gender Nonconforming Children Support Group
DESCRIPTION:What: This group is for traditional Jewish parents who may be struggling with their child’s gender identity and/or wish to connect with other parents like themselves.\n\n\n\nWhen: Fourth Monday of each month\, 9:00 PM EST – 8:00 PM CST – 6:00 PM PST \nWhere: For notifications and sign-in information\, please register below. (You only need to register for this group one time.) \nQuestions? Email info@eshelonline.org \n\n\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Subscribe to a Newsletter
URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/parents-of-transgender-and-gender-non-conforming-children-3/2026-06-22/
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T160000
DTSTAMP:20260613T012128
CREATED:20260604T144141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T145341Z
UID:165829-1782637200-1782662400@www.eshelonline.org
SUMMARY:Jew York Pride 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us to march with the adult LGBTQ+ Jewish contingent in the Heritage of Pride NYC Pride March! \nAmid escalating attacks on LGBTQ+ rights\, especially the rights of trans and nonbinary individuals\, as well as rising antisemitism\, the ability to gather in affirming\, joyful community as LGBTQ+ Jews is crucial. Please fill out this form to register for the adults’ and families marching group (adults 21+ and children under 12)! \nFollowing our annual community brunch\, Eshel will lead the adults’ marching group to the parade line-up point (details coming soon). \nRegistration is mandatory for security purposes. Location will be shared with registrants the week of the event.  \nPlease note: registrations for the youth marching group and brunch can be accessed via Linktree here.   \nFor internal tracking and discretion purposes\, we require separate registrations for each adult guest. Parents with children under 12 can fill out one form here. Thank you for your understanding.
URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/jew-york-pride-2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260629T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260629T120000
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SUMMARY:Israel Parent Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Our final meeting for this year will be on Monday\, June 29\, 2026 at 7pm\, at the home of Miriam and David Schwartz – Address upon RSVP.\nSushi and Asian food will be served.\nOur Guest speaker\, Dr. Daniela Weiss\, will talk about The Hidden Cost of Privacy. \n \nReservations must be made by June 20. A suggested donation of 50 ₪ is requested to help cover the cost of the event. Please follow the link in your confirmation email. No one will be turned away due to insufficient funds\, but we rely on your support to make our programs even stronger.  \n \nDr. Daniela Weiss is an IAPST-certified therapist\, specializing in trauma\, LGBTQ+ identities\, and working with neurodivergence and intimacy. After training at JQY she helmed a start-up focused on supporting frum families of LGBTQ+ loved ones as the founding executive and clinical director. Dr. Weiss’ research focuses on sexuality and the Orthodox community. She is certified in TF-CBT and trained to level 3 in the Gottman Method of couples therapy. Dr. Weiss was in the first cohort of Sacks-Herenstein Scholars at Yeshiva University\, where she developed a framework for teaching taharat hamishpacha to people with trauma histories. After serving as a rebbetzin for 17 years\, she made aliyah with her family in 2025.
URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/israel-parent-meetup-06-29-2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T210000
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CREATED:20190418T151035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T222008Z
UID:158452-1782932400-1782939600@www.eshelonline.org
SUMMARY:Eshel Baltimore/DC Parents & LGBTQ+ Joint Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Get together with our Baltimore/DC Eshel family. Join us in this intimate\, confidential setting to meet others\, like yourself\, in the extended Eshel network. \nWHAT: A private gathering for LGBTQ+ individuals who are Orthodox\, Ortho-curious or formerly Orthodox and for traditional Jewish parents of LGBTQ+ people who may be struggling with their child’s sexual orientation or gender identity and/or wish to connect with other parents like themselves. \nWHEN: Meetings are usually held on the first Wednesday of every month\, 7:00-9:00 pm. \nWhere: For notifications and sign-in information\, please register below\, if you haven’t already. (You only need to register for this group one time.) \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Subscribe to a Newsletter
URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/baltimore-d-c-meet-up-2021-12-01/2026-07-01/
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260706T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260706T200000
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CREATED:20251027T205503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T205503Z
UID:164183-1783364400-1783368000@www.eshelonline.org
SUMMARY:Straight Spouses of LGBTQ+ Partners Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Straight Spouses of LGBTQ+ Partners Support Group \nHas your spouse come out to you? This support group is for anyone in the Orthodox community whose husband or wife has come out as gay\, lesbian\, or transgender\, whether you are married\, separated\, or divorced. This group is a confidential and supportive space to process difficult emotions\, connect with others in similar situations\, navigate co-parenting under these new circumstances\, and learn how to move forward with resilience. \nWhen: First Monday each month\, 7:00 pm ET / 6:00 pm CT / 4:00 pm PT \nWhere: Zoom – register to receive the link
URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/straight-spouses-of-lgbtq-partners-support-group/2026-07-06/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260706T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260706T210000
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CREATED:20230912T015346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T154217Z
UID:158509-1783368000-1783371600@www.eshelonline.org
SUMMARY:Parents Drop-In Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Join our drop-in support group for parents! We meet every Wednesday at noon ET and the first Monday every month at 8pm ET. \nFor notifications and sign-in information\, please fill out the form below. (You only need to register for this group one time.) \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n\n  hbspt.forms.create({\n    region: "na1"\,\n    portalId: "7837587"\,\n    formId: "7671fe05-c022-4625-b646-4d6c927cbdff"\n  });\n\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Sign up to Join\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Subscribe to a Newsletter
URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/drop-in-parents-support-group/2026-07-06/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260713T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260713T210000
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CREATED:20230926T162921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T132120Z
UID:158573-1783972800-1783976400@www.eshelonline.org
SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ Support Group
DESCRIPTION:A confidential space for LGBTQ+ adults who are Orthodox\, formerly Orthodox\, or Orthodox-adjacent to access peer support\, share their experiences\, and connect and gain insights from others. \n  \nSecond Monday of the month \n8:00 pm ET\, 7:00 pm CT\, 6:00 pm MT\, 5:00 pm PT \nRegister below for Zoom link and to receive notifications each month.
URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/lgbtq-support-group-2-2024-01-01/2026-07-13/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T130000
DTSTAMP:20260613T012128
CREATED:20220412T230234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T190501Z
UID:159231-1784203200-1784206800@www.eshelonline.org
SUMMARY:Israel Parent Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Join Eshel’s local chapter in Israel for parents of LGBTQ+ children. \nThis group will provide support and build community in an intimate\, confidential setting in English. This group meets in person most months\, with a Zoom meeting once per quarter. \nRegister below for monthly reminders\, links\, and location details. \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n\n			\n				Sign up for our other newsletters
URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/israel-meetup-2/2026-07-16/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260720T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260720T213000
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CREATED:20200219T143836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T001754Z
UID:158631-1784577600-1784583000@www.eshelonline.org
SUMMARY:South Florida LGBTQ+ & Parents Meetup
DESCRIPTION:What: Meet other LGBTQ+ individuals in the area of Miami\, Florida! Family members and relatives of LGBTQ+ folks are also welcome to join! Our coordinators speak Spanish and French. \nWhen: The third Monday of each month from 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm. \nWhere: For notifications and sign-in information\, please register below. (You only need to register for this group one time.) \nFor more information or questions\, please contact us at southflorida@eshelonline.org. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Subscribe to a Newsletter
URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/south-florida-meetup/2026-07-20/
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T214500
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CREATED:20200218T173239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200218T173239Z
UID:159682-1789504200-1789508700@www.eshelonline.org
SUMMARY:Eshel Brooklyn Women's LBTQ+ Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Women’s New York Area Meetup on Zoom \nWhat: Meet other individuals who identify as female and who are exploring their Orthodox LGBTQ+ identities. \nWhen: Meeting Weekly: Every Tuesday from 8:30 pm – 9:45 pm \nWhere: For notifications and sign-in information\, register below. (You only need to register for this group one time.) \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n\n  hbspt.forms.create({\n    region: "na1"\,\n    portalId: "7837587"\,\n    formId: "6ca61860-78dd-47f7-a76e-f2e92710596e"\n  });
URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/womens-new-york-area-meetup-2020-04-22-2022-03-22-2023-11-21/2026-09-15/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T213000
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CREATED:20230303T192824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230303T192824Z
UID:159791-1789588800-1789594200@www.eshelonline.org
SUMMARY:Closeted Women's Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Third Wednesday Monthly \n8:00 pm ET / 7:00 pm CT / 5:00 pm PT \nIn our community\, there are many women who feel vulnerable and that they have much to lose if they come out: a job\, housing\, children\, or family. This group is here to provide mutual support and unconditional love no matter where your journey is leading you. This support group is a non-judgmental space – there is no pressure to change your situation unless you want to. \nThis group might be for you if you: \n\nAre a woman in the closet\nAre married or divorced\nHave children\nAre afraid of what you might lose if you come out\n\nThis is a confidential group. Respect for each others’ desire to remain confidential or anonymous is of the utmost importance. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n\n\n\n  hbspt.forms.create({\n    region: "na1"\,\n    portalId: "7837587"\,\n    formId: "464c36ee-2baa-4713-a70a-d907fc3df980"\n  });\n\n			\n				Sign up for our weekly newsletter
URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/closeted-womens-support-group/2026-09-16/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270916T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270916T214500
DTSTAMP:20260613T012128
CREATED:20200218T173239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200218T173239Z
UID:163566-1821126600-1821131100@www.eshelonline.org
SUMMARY:Women's LBTQ+ Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Women’s New York Area Meetup on Zoom \nWhat: Meet other individuals who identify as female and who are exploring their Orthodox LGBTQ+ identities. \nWhen: Meeting Weekly: Every THURSDAY (Previously Tuesday) from 8:30 pm – 9:45 pm \nWhere: For notifications and sign-in information\, register below. (You only need to register for this group one time.) \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n\n  hbspt.forms.create({\n    region: "na1"\,\n    portalId: "7837587"\,\n    formId: "6ca61860-78dd-47f7-a76e-f2e92710596e"\n  });
URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/womens-lgbtq-support-group/2027-09-16/
CATEGORIES:Events
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