Our Village
They say that it takes a village to raise a child.
Raising children involves support from relatives, friends and members of the community.
Gay Dads WA have been fortunate to have found partners and friends in Australia that have supported us with our parenting journeys. We are pleased to share their details with you.
Regardless of gender or sexual orientation, if you are wanting to start a family and/or raising a child, then the information provided below could help you.
Rainbow Families
'Rainbow Families' is the leading voice for LGBTQ+ families in Australia. As a NFP they provide support, connect, celebrate, empower, and advocate for LGBTQ+ parents and their families at every stage of their lives. They serve as an important voice for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, diverse, and queer (LGBTQ+) parents and their children.
In 2024, they became a national organisation to support more rainbow families across the country. They create inclusive and safe services, spaces, programs, and resources for rainbow families to thrive. From antenatal classes to fun social events like Mardi Gras and Family Pride, Rainbow Families build friendships and strengthen social connections.
Ashley Scott
Phone: 0481 565 958
Email: ashleys@rainbowfamilies.com.au
Webpage: www.rainbowfamilies.com.au
Ngala Parenting Support
Ngala’s Purpose is to support parents, families and communities to enhance the well-being and development of children and young people.
Ngala believe that every child deserves the opportunity to be their best, and that raising children should be a joyful and rewarding experience. Every child has a different path to take in life and they will have to face challenges, seek out opportunities and triumph over hurdles, as they explore the world around them.
After 130 years of working with families across Western Australia, Ngala continues to use the latest research and training, alongside community stories and experiences to develop and deliver services that meet the needs of today’s parents and children.
From conception to adulthood, Ngala offers a steadying hand on the journey you take with your child, every step of the way.
Phone: 08 9368 9368 / 1800 111 546
Email: ngala@ngala.com.au
Webpage: Parenting, Family, Children and Youth Support | Ngala
Kavanagh Family Lawyers
Kavanagh Family Lawyers are fortunate to have many same sex clients and are highly experienced in dealing with the particular challenges that same-sex couples face with regard to family law, and legal recognition of their relationships, including Surrogacy, adoption, same sex parenting issues, parenting agreements, donor issues and family law.
Marty Kavanagh
Phone: 08 6557 5888
Email: reception@kavlaw.com.au
Webpage: Kavanagh Family Lawyers Perth
Surrogacy Advice with Growing Families
Growing Families is an Australian-based organisation which delivers advice, support, and knowledge to singles and couples interested in creating a family with the help of surrogacy or egg donation.
Their team have been providing this support since 2012 and have assisted over 3000 singles and couples engage in domestic and cross-border arrangements.
They provide legal, financial, psychological, medical and agency referrals & support customised to your budget and individual circumstances.
Their global events & webinars, as well as one-on-one consultations provide education, introduction to other parents, surrogates, peers, and professionals from around the globe.
We believe in sharing real life stories to help prepare you for the journey of a lifetime.
Sam Everingham
Phone: 8054 0078
Email: info@growingfamilies.org
Fostering Advice with Key Assets
With over 20 years of experience, Key Assets is a non-government, not-for-profit, non-religion, children, family and community service agency. Their purpose is to achieve positive and lasting outcomes for children, families and communities.
Phone: 08 9207 5900
Email: info.wa@keyassets.org.au
Webpage: Key Assets | Key Assets Australia
Life Without Barriers
Single. Partnered. Gay. Straight. Young. Senior.
If you have a desire and the capacity to provide a safe, respectful, caring environment for children and want to welcome children into your home and life, you can become a foster carer with Life Without Barriers.
While there are some boxes that need to be ticked, the most valuable attributes you will bring is not the size of your home, the length of your CV, or your relationship status.
Life Without Barriers wants foster carers who will bring security, stability, respect and joy into children’s lives. It’s that simple.
You can speak to one of our specialist team to make an enquiry.
Phone: 1300 592 227
Email: carers@lwb.org.au
Webpage: Life Without Barriers | Life Without Barriers (lwb.org.au)
