According to sociologist Judith Stacey of New York University, "Rarely is there as much consensus in any area of social science as in the case of gay parenting, which is why the American Academy of Pediatrics and all of the major professional organizations with expertise in child welfare have issued reports and resolutions in support of gay and lesbian parental rights".
Sociologist Judith Stacey of New York University states that there is a high degree of consensus within social science regarding gay parenting, which explains why the American Academy of Pediatrics and all major organizations specializing in child welfare have released statements and resolutions advocating for the rights of gay and lesbian parents.