As Father’s Day approaches, dads across Indiana are speaking out and standing together in support of their LGBT kids. Like all parents, there’s nothing more important to these dads than ensuring their kids are safe, valued and respected. That’s why they’re raising their voices to call on local and state lawmakers to pass comprehensive protections for LGBT Hoosiers in employment, housing and public accommodations:
KEN INSKEEP

But when he told me, I knew I must be doing a pretty good job as a Dad because I had demonstrated to my son that I loved him for who he really was, and not for any outward appearance or pre-conceived notion of who he was “supposed to be.” And he was revealing to me who he really was deep inside – sharing a really important thing, but making a difficult and what must have felt like a risky disclosure. Our relationship grew three sizes that day.
My son is one of the strongest, most courageous, patient, determined, and resilient people I know. He opened my mind and challenged me to shed some ugly biases I knew I harbored inside me, but previously had chosen to tolerate. Just like every one of my kids, he has made me a better person and my world a better place. This is what we hope will happen if we are lucky when we become fathers. I am so proud he is my son and grateful he is part of our family!”
JASON BICKLE:

JOHN BARNES:

We thank these fathers for exemplifying what it means to be a supportive, loving parent—and we join them in urging lawmakers to take concrete action ensuring all children across Indiana are treated fairly and equally under the law. Happy Father’s Day to dads across Indiana!
SHARE THIS STORY