Historic Meeting Ushers In New Era In US Donor Conception

The October meeting provided an opportunity for the concerns of donor-conceived persons to be voiced directly to industry leaders and for constructive dialogue.

Disclaimer:  I attended and presented at this meeting, as discussed in the column. The views expressed are mine alone.

Excerpt: “Sperm and egg banks have helped countless families obtain that missing piece to conceive a child. But fertility treatment practices have faced growing criticism, especially from those most affected:  donor-conceived persons. Many are now fierce advocates for the rights of those conceived using donor eggs, sperm, or embryos. On October 20 and 21, 2022, a first-of-its-kind meeting was held in Los Angeles, California, to bring together stakeholders to address the rising call for regulation of fertility practices.”

Ellen Trachman is the Managing Attorney of Trachman Law Center, LLC, and a regular contributor to the ‘AboveTheLaw’ platform.