Social Media and What’s App Groups
We have a range of Facebook and What’s App groups to help you meet and stay connected to other LGBT+ parents. You can use these groups to chat and share information, recommendations, and advice - as well as arrange your own meet-ups outside of P2bP events!
You can join one or more of these groups. It will depend on which ones are relevant to you.
To join one or more of the WhatsApp groups for Proud 2 b Parents, here are the steps you need to follow:
Register with Proud 2 b Parents:
Complete their online registration form, or
Email the administrator to request to join.
Verification:
Once your membership with Proud 2 b Parents is verified, you will be added to the WhatsApp group(s). This may take up to 1–2 days, depending on their work schedule.
Additional Check (if necessary):
If you haven't attended a Proud 2 b Parents event before, they may ask for a short phone call to confirm you are an LGBT+ parent or carer (or an LGBT+ parent/carer-to-be).
Final Step:
Once all steps are complete and your membership is confirmed, you will be added to the appropriate WhatsApp or Facebook group.
Being registered with Proud 2 b Parents is mandatory for joining these WhatsApp groups.
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Facebook: Proud 2 b Parents Social
Proud 2 b Parents Social is our closed Facebook group. It’s a space to continue building on the links and friendships made at our meet-ups or to join in for the first time, ask questions, seek guidance, and share experiences etc.
This group is also where our Parent Support Sessions take place.
To join simply follow the link to the group, then request to join as you would any Facebook group. -
Facebook: Proud
Proud is our closed Facebook group for single LGBT+ parent/carers or co-parenting families.
Proud offers the chance to connect and share experiences with others, and members can also use the group to arrange their own meet ups outside of Proud 2 b Parents events.
To join simply follow the link to the group, then request to join as you would any Facebook group. -
What's App: P2bP Midweek Meets
This What’s App group is for any LGBT+ parents/carers who have free time during the week between Mondays to Fridays.
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What's App: P2bP Weekenders
This What’s App group is for any LGBT+ parents/carers who are free to meet up on Saturdays and Sundays.
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What's App: Bi+ Parents/Carers
For parents and carers who are bisexual, pansexual or any other sexual orientation that falls under the Bi+ umbrella.
As part of our ‘Saturday Space’ sessions we hold 2 events per year just for Bi+ parents and carers. -
What's App: Families Through Adoption
We recognise that it is important for families through adoption to have the opportunity to connect, share experiences, and offer each other advice and support.
So we have created this two-part space made up of this What’s App group and regular events just for families through adoption. -
What's App: GBT+ 'Dads/Carers'
For gay, bi+, trans and queer dads, daddies, papas, male carers, or similar parental label with children of any age.
As part of our ‘Saturday Space’ sessions we hold 2 events per year just for GBT+ ‘Dads’ and male carers. -
What's App: Parents/Carers of Over 8s
Proud 2 b Me is our monthly youth group for young people aged 8 and over who have LGBT+ parents or carers.
This What’s App group is for LGBT+ parents and carers with older children, who either already attend our youth group, Proud 2 b Me) or would like to join. -
What's App: Parents of Children with SEND
A space just for parents of children with SEND, either diagnosed or on the pathway to assessment.
Again, as part of our ‘Saturday Space’ sessions we hold 2 events per year for this part of our LGBT+ community. -
What's App: Proud
For single, solo, or co-parents/carers within the P2bP community.
This is another part of our ‘Saturday Space’ sessions where we hold 2 events per year just for this section of our community.
We recognise that events might not coincide with when your children are with you. So we are keen to stress that parents and carers are warmly welcome to attend - with or without children! So please do come along if you find yourself in this situation. -
What's App: QTIPOC Parents/Carers
For parents and carers who are People of Colour, and those who experience racism.
Another part of our ‘Saturday Space’ program where we hold 2 events per year for this part of our community. -
What's App: Trans & NB Parents/Carers
For those who identify as Trans, NB, Genderqueer or any other gender identity that falls under the Trans umbrella.
Our ‘Saturday Space’ program also has 2 events per year for Trans & NB Parents and Carers. So don’t forget to subscribe to our newsletter to find out when they are coming up!