InterConnect Support Group

"Like" this page to show your support, share content with your friends, or send us a message! This is the official public page of the InterConnect Support Group (formerly AIS-DSD Support Group) We are dedicated to helping individuals and children with intersex variations, and their families. You have reached a network of hundreds of people whose lives have been touched by these variations

. We invite your involvement in our efforts on support, education, and advocacy. We network with hundreds of intersex adults and their families. We also wish to align with medical allies that are culturally competent. We also wish to collaborate other intersex organizations. You are not alone, and are in truly good company! Visit http://interconnect.support to learn more, or contact us at [email protected]

Intersex variations and traits have been previously referred to as (DSD or Differences of S*x Development) and can, or have in the past included diagnostic, descriptive, or even derogatory names or terms like: Complete Androgen Insensitivity Syndrome (CAIS), Partial Androgen Insensitivity Syndrome (PAIS), Leydig cell hypoplasia, XY gonadal dysgenesis (Swyer Syndrome), ovo-te**es, mixed gonadal dysgenesis, 17 beta-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase deficiency, 5-alpha reductase deficiency, embryonic testicular regression syndrome, XY Turrner Syndrome, Leydig Cell Hypoplasia, Mayer-Rokitansky-Kuster-Hauser (MRKH) Syndrome, Mullerian Dysgenesis, Mullerian Duct Aplasia, Vaginal Atresia, Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH), 45,X/46,XY mosaicism. Other terms one may have heard are: intersex, intersexual, intersexed, intersexualism, ambiguous genitalia, hermaphrodite, hermaphroditism, DSD, DSDs, Disorders of S*x Development, Disorders of S*xual Development (sic), Testicular Feminization, Male Pseudohermaphroditism, Morris (Morris's) Syndrome, 17-ketosteroid reductase, 17-alpha-hydroxylase, 3-beta-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase, karyotype, chromosome, chromosomes, streak go**ds, feminized, phenotype, phenotypically, Androgen Resistance Syndrome, Testicular Feminization Syndrome (Testicular Feminisation Syndrome), Feminizing Te**es Syndrome (Feminising Te**es Syndrome), Male Pseudo-hermaphroditism, Goldberg-Maxwell Syndrome, Reifenstein Syndrome, Gilbert-Dreyfus Syndrome, Rosewater Syndrome, Lubs Syndrome, te**es, testicular, Denys-Drash Syndrome, Smith-Lemli-Opitz Syndrome, undervirilized, under-virilization, mosaic, chimera, chimerism.

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11/08/2025

The InterConnect x Double Good pop-up shoppe is live! Don't delay to place your order of gourmet popcorn bundles and bags, as this sale will only last 5 days! For each bag you purchase, 50% of the profit will go directly to support InterConnect's 2026 programming for intersex youth and families.

Use this link to visit our Pop-Up Shoppe from November 8, 2025 at 12PM EST to November 12, 2025 at 12PM EST. https://popup.doublegood.com/s/si99s6u3

Image description: The first slide has a white background with popcorn kernels around the boarder. Purple text at the top reads “Open now thru Nov 12.” In the middle of the slide are illustrations of striped popcorn buckets with faces, arms, and legs. Below that, purple text reads “Double Good x InterConnect.”

The second slide has a white background on the left side and a purple checkered background on the right side. Black text on the left of the slide reads "Eat good. Do good. Support intersex youth." Purple text reads "Double Good x InterConnect." On the right side of the slide is a photograph of a bag of popcorn with several kernels spilling out. The bag of popcorn is light purple and has pictures of hot air balloons on it and white text that reads "Double Good Little Kettle That Could. small batch popcorn."

11/04/2025

Stock up on snacks for the holidays while supporting intersex youth! It’s a win-win.

InterConnect is partnering with Double Good to ship delicious small-batch popcorn right to your door. Choose from more than 10 gourmet flavors with curated bundles and bags starting at $11.

50% of your purchase goes directly to InterConnect’s new 2026 lineup of kids and family programming. Our pop-up shoppe will be open for just five days, so once the clock starts ticking, get your orders in! Buy directly from InterConnect Board & Staff (link coming 11/8) or start your own team.

Image description: Black text on the left of the slide reads "Poppin' into place Nov 8." Purple text reads "Double Good x InterConnect." On the right side of the slide is a photograph of a bag of popcorn with several kernels spilling out onto a wavy purple background. The bag of popcorn is light purple and has pictures of hot air balloons on it and white text that reads "Double Good Little Kettle That Could. small batch popcorn."

10/20/2025

Join InterConnect at our Virtual Gala at 8pm ET on Tuesday, October 21! Reminder to get your tickets by 12pm ET on October 21! https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/30th-anniversary-celebration-inaugural-virtual-gala

🎉Excitement is in the air! 🎉

It's time for InterConnect’s Virtual Gala and Annual Membership Meeting! Join as we celebrate 30 years of connection, support, and advocacy.

Together, we’ll honor our history, share stories from community members, and look ahead to an exciting future with new programs and initiatives. Rooted in our mission of compassion, education, and awareness, this gathering is a chance to recommit to our vision of a world where all intersex people are safe, seen, and celebrated.

Tickets are available for purchase at the link below. This event is NOTAFLOF (No One Turned Away For Lack Of Funds). InterConnect Members interested in low- or no-cost tickets should inquire at [email protected].

Options for customized, increased, and/or anonymous sponsorships are available. Inquire at [email protected].

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/30th-anniversary-celebration-inaugural-virtual-gala

Image description: Slide has a purple background with a sparkling yellow ring in the middle and text and yellow text. Top text reads "Join us on October 21 from 8-9pm EDT" Text in the middle of the slide reads "InterConnect Virtual Gala Celebrating 30 Years" Text at the bottom reads "Tickets Available Now!"