About Us
Proud 2 b Parents is an inclusive organisation for all routes to parenthood.
We are run by and deliver services for LGBT+ parents / carers to be, LGBT+ parents / carers and their children living in Greater Manchester (and the North West). We know how rare organisations like ours are so our ethos is: if you’re willing to travel we’re happy to welcome you!
We run a variety of services to meet the needs of LGBT+ parents & carers:
Mid-week meet-ups: for parents & carers who are off in the week
Monthly Get-Together: usually held on the fourth Sunday of the month at a soft play centre in Urmston
‘Proud 2 b Me’: A youth group for young people aged 8 and over who have LGBT+ parents or carers
Meet-ups in the school holidays for families with children of all ages
1-1 Bespoke Family Support
Digital Parent Support Sessions
Facebook group and What’s App groups for LGBT+ parents & carers
Seasonal family parties; at Easter, Halloween & Christmas
Family spaces at selected local Pride events
Training and consultancy to support and develop professionals’ understanding and awareness of the LGBT+ parent / carer community.
Our mascot, Rainbow!
We also provide training and other services for any businesses, organisations, and professionals:
Training packages to meet your needs
Or commission bespoke training for your organisation
Meet your organisation’s social goals through our
Corporate Sponsorship OpportunitiesHire Matt Taylor-Roberts as a key note speaker
Book recommendations - for your school, nursery, family hub etc.
Matt Taylor-Roberts, Founder and Managing Director of Proud 2 b Parents
“Proud 2 b Parents is a really friendly and welcoming place to meet and chat with other parents. It’s great for our son to see other family set-ups like his.”
— Proud 2 b Parents Member
