Groups for Parents and Carers
The Proud Trust is a youth organisation and we primarily work with LGBT+ young people. However, we recognise that the parents and carers of LGBT+ young people may need some advice, information or support. Below you can find the details of some organisations that can support you.
Manchester Parents Group
Manchester Parents Group supports the families and friends of LGBT+ people. This voluntary organisation is run by parents of LGBT+ people and so they understand the confusion and questions you may have and can help you with them. They meet once a month in Central Manchester but can arrange one-to-one meetings if that is preferable.
Website: https://manpg.co.uk
Tel (Helpline): 0845 652 2674
Under One Roof
Under One Roof is an online group for the parents and carers of LGBT+ young people. Meeting for five weekly sessions, Under One Roof is a safe space to ask questions, share experiences and receive support where needed. The sessions take place regularly throughout the year so if you would like a place or would like to talk about it before signing up, please contact The Proud Trust.
Email: info@theproudtrust.org
Tel: 0161 660 3347
FFLAG
FFLAG are a voluntary organisation that run groups for the parents of LGBT+ young people across the UK and in other countries. You can find out more about each of their groups using the link below.
Website: https://www.fflag.org.uk/portfolio-item/parent-groups/
Mermaids Parent Group
Mermaids is a nationwide charity that supports gender-diverse young people and their families. Their online parents’ group is open to all parents and carers of gender-diverse and/or trans young people aged 19 and under. You can follow the link below to find out more about joining the group.
Website: https://mermaidsuk.org.uk/parents/parents-group
Tel (Helpline): 0808 801 0400