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Gay Dads Scotland

Country
Scotland
Charity number
SC031635
Status
Active
Registered
Dec. 28, 2000
Legal form
Unincorporated association

Address

Address
52 Rose Street
Dunfermline
Fife
KY12 0RE

Contact

Activities

'It carries out activities or services itself'

'the advancement of education','the advancement of health','the advancement of human rights, conflict resolution or reconciliation','the promotion of equality and diversity'

Gay Dads Scotland exists as a support and social group for gay fathers in Scotland. Members come from a variety of situations, but the common factor is that they have a child/children from a previous straight relationship. The group meets on a monthly basis to provide an opportunity for members to share stories and common experiences and offer peer support. The group also organises a number of social activities to which all members are invited.

Objectives: The association is a volunteer led support and social group and its purposes are: To preserve and protect the good health, both mental and physical of Gay Fathers and co-parents, and those considering becoming gay fathers, in Scotland, by: I. Providing a safe and affirming space for every member, regardless of background or pathway to parenthood. II. Providing peer advice and support and access to relevant information for members. III. Providing support to and the opportunity to learn from other groups that have similar aims and objectives to ours. IV. Providing health education. V. Providing information to any agencies involved in working with gay parents. VI. Taking educational initiatives to combat discrimination about Gay parents and their children. VII. Providing opportunities for social interaction and networking.

Areas of operation

Main operating location
City of Edinburgh
Geographical spread
More than one local authority area in Scotland

Finances

Period end Income Expenditure
March 31, 2025 £288 £1,095
March 31, 2024 £1,396 £453
March 31, 2023 £246 £685
March 31, 2022 £37 £343
March 31, 2021 £0 £222