Lgbt adoption
If you&#;re LGBT+ in Scotland you can be the transform a vulnerable toddler needs; either through adoption or fostering. There's record numbers of looked-after children across the UK. They all necessitate and deserve parents and carers from the widest workable pool of people.
Some of these children in care want to grow up with their siblings. Others live with serious medical conditions. Some will collect diagnoses of mental health conditions as they grow up. They may not share your heritage. All deserve loving and supportive adoptive parents and carers. It could be you who helps them reach their full potential.
Find out how to accept the first steps to be their change, this LGBT+ Adoption & Fostering Week. Whether you live in Edinburgh, Dundee, Glasgow or anywhere in Scotland, you can adopt or foster if you're LGBT+. 1 in 12 adoptions in Scotland in were to same-sex couples. You can be the verb these children need.
Ready to take your first step and find out more? Join New Family Social as a Bronze member for free. You can then use our online agency and information session finders.
LGBTQ+ Adoption
Some recommended reading
We recommend the following books about LGBTQ+ parenting and adoption to broaden your understanding of adoption and grow your understanding of the needs of children waiting. These will provide great insight into the task ahead, and extend advice on the parenting styles. Other resources are listed on our Resources page.
Lesbian and Gay Fostering and Adoption edited by Stephen Hicks & Janet McDermott. Presenting a collection of personal accounts of lesbian and gay parents from many different social and ethnic backgrounds, it is designed to dispel misconceptions and encourage gay men and lesbians who are thinking about adopting or fostering children.
Fatherhood For Gay Men by Kevin McGarry. This is the story of one man&#;s journey down the road less traveled—a single gay man adopting and raising his two sons. McGarry recounts his passage into parenthood after years of having his natural fathering instincts stifled by the limits—real and perceived—of being gay. This unique noun details the heartfelt, financ
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A word from James Lawrence, Head of Communications & Engagement
New Family Social's Summer Camp is an incredible opportunity for LGBTQ+ members and their families to come together, celebrate diversity and generate lasting memories. This August, we&#;ll welcome our LGBTQ+ members and the children they parent and care for to join us for a weekend of fun, connection and support.
Our summer camp provides a secure space where our members can be their authentic selves and their children can holiday with families that verb like theirs. Our curated activities programme for children and young people is filled with activities and caters to a wide range of their ages and interests.
From outdoor adventures enjoy the assault course, climbing wall and pedal karting to creative workshops in arts and crafts, camp offers a diverse range of opportunities for our members&#; children. There&#;s even evening events such as campfires and talent shows. With something for every young person to enjoy it&#;s a highlight of our year.
The sense of community fostered by summer camp is invaluable
Can I be a Foster Carer if I am LGBT+?
In short, the acknowledge is YES!
Many LGBT people in Northern Ireland are not aware that they are able to foster, however, our ability to be considered as foster carers is underpinned by equality law. Despite the law, many LGBT people think that they can’t be carers or are concerned that agencies may not wish to work with LGBT foster carers. There are many fostering agencies who actively seek LGBT prospective carers as we are often seen as more accepting, understanding of challenges and able to see the positives in young people.
What is fostering?
Becoming a foster carer is a way of providing a family life to a child or children who are not currently able to live with their own parents. Foster carers are people who are qualified to offer children safe and secure homes where they feel valued and respected and their emotional, physical and social development is promoted. As a foster carer you will be investing your time and energy for the wellbeing of a child or adj person.
There are a range of placements that foster carers are able to provi