New Family Social is a UK network for LGBT adopters and foster carers, and for those who are thinking of starting their journey. Contact NFS for advice, or join the community of 500 families, and families-to-be for support and encouragement. www.newfamilysocial.co.uk
Tel: 0843 2899457
BAAF The British Association of Adoption and Fostering works with everyone involved in Adoption and fostering across the UK. Contact BAAF for general advice about adoption and fostering, or visit the website for guidance and a range of publications. www.baaf.org.uk
Tel: 020 7421 2600
Action for Children is one of the UK’s leading children’s charities, and welcomes LGBT foster carers and adopters who can give young people the care and support they need to thrive. Helping to transform the lives of some of the UK’s most vulnerable children and young people, they offer extensive support, training and careful matching. www.actionforchildren.org.uk Tel: 0845 200 5162 (fostering), 0845 355 5533 (adoption)
Square Peg Media are media partners of LGBT Adoption & Fostering week, as well as the Alternative Families Show. Complementary copies of G3, Out in the City and Same-Sex Parenting magazines will be available at the events. www.squarepegmedia.com
Lesbian Gay Bisexual Trans History Month takes place every year in February, and celebrates the lives and achievements of the LGBT community. http://lgbthistorymonth.org.uk/
The latest press release is available for download here.
Information for agencies
If you are interested in hosting an event next year, or would like help with providing support, or with recruitment, training or family finding please contact New Family Social on 0843 2899457 or visit www.newfamilysocial.co.uk
