International Family Equality Day 2025 | Celebrate LGBTQ+ Families

“We use the word ‘lesbian’ not to label, but to liberate. SAPHETTE is sex tech built by lesbians, for lesbians — and for everyone who loves like us.”

What Is International Family Equality Day (IFED)?

International Family Equality Day (IFED) is a global celebration of LGBTQ+ families and the right of every family — no matter its shape — to love and live freely. Born from activism and community resilience, IFED has become a yearly moment to honor how we define and defend our families across the world.

The Origin and History of IFED

IFED began as a grassroots initiative in 2012, giving visibility to rainbow families and pushing back against legal and social exclusion. Today, it’s celebrated in over 30 countries.

Why IFED Matters in 2025 More Than Ever

In 2025, we’re still facing legal hurdles, social stigma, and harmful myths about what family “should” look like. That’s why IFED matters. It reminds us that queer families exist, thrive, and deserve joy — without apology.

Family Equality in a Modern LGBTQ+ World

Redefining Family Beyond Traditional Norms

Families are not just made by blood. They’re made by choice, by love, by shared histories. Queer families have always been here — building homes that are as diverse as our identities.

Diverse Family Structures Within the LGBTQ+ Community

From two moms raising kids to polyamorous parenting pods, from nonbinary caregivers to trans fathers — our families reflect the endless creativity of queer love.

The Role of Chosen Families

Many of us find strength in chosen families. Those we love, trust, and celebrate with — even if we’re not legally connected. That’s family, too.

Our Brand’s Commitment to Equality

A Message from Our Founders: Built on Love and Identity

Welcome to SAPHETTE — the world’s first lesbian AI sex toy brand. We were born from love, identity, and the belief that our pleasure deserves to be seen, felt, and celebrated. We’re not just here to make toys — we’re here to craft connection.
Our name is a tribute to Sappho, the ancient poet whose love for women still lights our path. Everything we create — every rhythm, every curve, every spark — is powered by queer intimacy.

Empowering Women, Uplifting Queer Families

SAPHETTE started in London because we were tired of seeing toys not made for us. We are lesbians who love deeply, differently, and honestly — and we needed toys that moved with us.
Our flagship toy, Duopeak, was born from that need: a synced, sensual, AI-powered toy that lets partners feel together, move together, and climax together. This is intimacy that mirrors us — lesbian, sapphic, queer, nonbinary, trans. It’s for all who love through feminine pleasure.

Why Visibility in Pleasure Products Matters

Too often, the sex toy industry centers cis-hetero fantasies. We said no to that. Visibility in pleasure is not a luxury — it’s liberation.
Our designs are non-phallic, minimalist, and made to reflect the beauty of queer touch. We build for the margins — for lesbians, for nonbinary lovers, for queer families who deserve to feel joy without explanation. Because when we’re seen, we’re powerful.

Pleasure and Family: Breaking the Stigma

Why Sexual Wellness Is Part of Whole-Family Health

Sexual health is part of our wholeness — as individuals, couples, and families. Queer families, especially, deserve open conversations about intimacy and joy. At SAPHETTE, we believe pleasure is not separate from love. It’s a core part of connection, confidence, and care.

Shattering Myths About LGBTQ+ Intimacy and Parenthood

We are more than stereotypes. Queer parents, lesbian moms, nonbinary caregivers — we love fully and sexually. There is no shame in wanting closeness while raising a family. In fact, that’s where intimacy matters most. At SAPHETTE, we honor that truth.

Inclusive Sex Education and Access to Resources

Too much of sex education is still stuck in heteronormative thinking. We’re done with that. We offer guides, community insights, and resources made by and for sapphics.
No assumptions. No shame. Just real knowledge that empowers all kinds of lovers — from the curious to the confident.

How You Can Celebrate IFED 2025 With Us

Host or Join a Local or Virtual Event

Find your people. Celebrate in community. Whether it’s a potluck, a Pride march, or a Zoom cuddle party — connection matters.

Gift Ideas That Celebrate Love and Pride

Want to give something meaningful? Think queer art, shared experiences, or our Duopeak set — a gift of sensuality, intimacy, and synced pleasure.

Partnering with LGBTQ+ Family Advocacy Organizations

Support the orgs doing the hard work. Volunteer, donate, amplify. Our families need policy, protection, and presence.

Intersectionality and Inclusivity

Celebrating Racial, Cultural, and Gender Diversity in LGBTQ+ Families

Not all queer families look the same. And that’s the beauty. At SAPHETTE, we uplift stories that cross race, language, disability, and gender lines.

Making Space for Disabled, Trans, and Nonbinary Parents

Everyone deserves to feel seen. We are constantly evolving to serve all bodies, minds, and genders — with dignity and joy.

Ensuring Accessibility in Products and Content

From product design to packaging to education, we believe access is love. Our tech adapts to your body and your needs — always.

Looking Ahead: The Future of Family Equality

Legal Wins and Ongoing Battles for LGBTQ+ Families

Some countries are celebrating legal wins. Others are under attack. Our fight continues — through love, through law, through showing up.

How Pleasure Brands Can Drive Cultural Change

Pleasure isn’t separate from politics. When we normalize queer intimacy, we dismantle shame. We change the story — one toy, one truth, one tender moment at a time.

Envisioning a World Where All Families Are Equal

We dream of a world where all families — biological, chosen, queer — are safe, respected, and celebrated. Until then, we keep creating, loving, and fighting.

Conclusion: Love Is Our Legacy

SAPHETTE is more than a brand. It’s a rebellion. A reclaiming of our pleasure and our place. It’s for the families who build love from the inside out — the queer ones, the chosen ones, the beautiful ones. This is our legacy: love, inclusion, and empowerment.