Welcome, Chicago Multiracial/BFN Members!

Location
Chicago, IL 41.97-87.67 60640US
Meetups
42 so far
Members
143 Chicago Multiracial/BFN Members
Founded
September 26, 2006
Rating
5.0
Membership dues:
$35.00 a year

Meet with other local multiracial individuals, couples and families. Discuss the similar challenges & issues that you face, and the rewards of your situation, while socializing and networking with others who can relate! All people, couples and familes who are racially blended by birth, marriage or adoption are welcome in this safe and supportive environment.

I am a 39 yr old Biracial female(mom is White, dad is African/American) and the president of Chicago's Biracial Family Network(www.bfnchicago.org). I am excited about the idea of this meetup, and gaining new members and friends.BFN has been active for over 25 years. We have meetings on the 2nd Sat. of each month at 4th Presbyterian Church 126 E. Chestnut(@ Michigan Ave,in the activities center in the basement) There will be children's activities for the little ones, also teen & young adult participation.Our branch groups are The Topaz Club(an online group especially for partially Black mixed women) and Biracials & Friends(an adult social group that plans parties and outings for multicultural singles,interracial couples and their friends). Please feel free to contact me with any questions! Robin (312)285-7555

Meetup topics
Interracial Couples & Families, Multicultural Families, Race Relations, Cross Cultural

Our next MeetupThe Chicago Multiracial Individuals, Couples & Families/BFN August Meetup

Aug 9 Sat 10:00 AM
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Join us in welcoming a very special guest speaker, Heather M. Dalmage! Ms Dalmage is the author of "Tripping on the Color Line", a book in which she interviews black-white multiracial families and examines the challenges they face, and the need for rethinking race in America. She also shares her personal perspective and experiences of being in an interracial marriage with multiracial children. Ms. Read more

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“ If you're looking for something that no matter what your background is, no matter what your experiences have bee ”

—Scott

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—Dejan
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  • Jul 18
    • New member
      Deborah King
      “My husband Van and I have 4 beautifully bi-racial children and are newer to the Chicago area.”
  • Jul 14
    • New member
      G.P.
      “I am half black, and the other half is a melting pot of things. However most my of my life my mother (black) was married to my stepfather (white), and I grew up in both white and black neighborhoods.”
  • Jul 10
    • New Greeting for
      Kelly
      “ Hi Kelly, Cute pics of you and your kids.l only just realised you were from England, we also moved to Chicago 3yrs ago from wales; although i only lived there for a few years,my husband is from wales.We should chat sometime! ”
      posted by Ashleigh E
    • New member
      cedrick roberts
    • New member
      Laura Rubenstein Yurick
      “I recently adopted a biracial or multiracial baby boy. I am interested in supporting him and our family as we transition into being a multiracial family.”
  • Jul 9
    • New photos
      “ Can smiles get any better than this? Elena & Tamara! ”
      Posted by Scott
    • New Greeting for
      Carmen
      “ I just found your profile on our site, have you had the opportunity to meet or attend any functions yet? Well, I'm going to "re-welcome" you to the group - and feel free to contact myself or Robin if you have any additional questions! ”
      posted by Scott
    • New member
      Kathy
  • Jul 7
    • New Greeting for
      Ashleigh E
      “ Hi Ashleigh... thanks for your response! We've been members for a few weeks, but I am just now getting around to posting a picture and updating the profile and such. You have a very nice looking family...hopefully you guys have enjoyed the Chicago area so far! Looking forward to meeting you soon! Vicky ”
      posted by Victoria
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