The nuclear family model may no longer be the norm in the US, but it's still the basis for social and economic benefits like health care, tax breaks and citizenship. Lawyer and LBGTQIA advocate Diana Adams believes that all families, regardless of biological relationship or legal marriage, are deserving of equal legal rights and recognition. They present a vision for how US laws can benefit all families -- from same-sex bonds to multi-parent partnerships -- and explain how a more inclusive definition of family could strengthen your relationships and community.Want to hear more great ideas like this one? Sign up for TED Membership to get exclusive access to captivating conversations, engaging events, and more!This talk was presented at an official TED conference. TED's editors chose to feature it for you.Donate to Chosen Family Law Center to support justice for all families. Follow Polyamory Legal Advocacy Coalition to expand legal recognition of all partnerships.The nuclear family model may no longer be the norm in the US, but it's still the basis for social and economic benefits like health care, tax breaks and citizenship. Lawyer and LBGTQIA advocate Diana Adams believes that all families, regardless of biological relationship or legal marriage, are deserving of equal legal rights and recognition. They present a vision for how US laws can benefit all families -- from same-sex bonds to multi-parent partnerships -- and explain how a more inclusive definition of family could strengthen your relationships and community.This talk was presented at an official TED conference. TED's editors chose to feature it for you.Donate to Chosen Family Law Center to support justice for all families. Follow Polyamory Legal Advocacy Coalition to expand legal recognition of all partnerships.Pew Research Center, 2015 | ExplorePew Research Center | ExploreDavid Brooks | The Atlantic, 2020 | ArticleStephanie Coontz | ExploreA think tank researching family privilege.Mia Birdsong | Hachette Go, 2020 | Book