Event: Intro to LGBTQ+ Fostering
Date: Saturday, 7 June 2025
Time: 13:30 – 15:30 BST
Location: London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Bankside, London SE1 9JH
Ages: 18+
Free to attend | Wheelchair accessible
This Pride Month, we’re proud to partner with the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre to host a powerful and informative event: Intro to LGBTQ+ Fostering.
If you’ve ever thought about fostering — whether to start your family, give back, or make a difference in a young person’s life — this session is for you. Specifically created for LGBTQ+ individuals and couples, this two-hour workshop offers practical guidance, community connection, and the opportunity to explore the first steps in your fostering journey.
Why Attend?
Hosted by Chido Poe— social worker, workshop facilitator, and Managing Director of Banya — this session will dive into:
- Real stories from LGBTQ+ foster carers
- The fostering process and how to get started
- Support systems available for LGBTQ+ carers
- How we can collectively support LGBTQ+ youth in care
- An open Q&A to address your thoughts, questions, or concerns
With over 14 years in social care and a master’s degree focused on social justice, Chido brings both expertise and passion to every conversation. She is committed to making fostering accessible and inclusive for all — because every child deserves a stable, loving home, and every carer deserves to feel supported and empowered.
Practical Details
Location:
The London LGBTQ+ Community Centre is just steps from Blackfriars Station and fully wheelchair accessible. Whether you’re arriving by tube, rail, or bus, it’s a breeze to get to.
Duration:
The session lasts 2 hours — and could be the start of something life-changing.
Cost:
Free! But we encourage you to consider supporting the Centre’s vital work through a donation or by becoming a Friend of the Centre. Learn more on the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre website.
Tickets:
Book your tickets here.
Join Us
Fostering is more than a process — it’s a purpose. Whether you’re just curious or ready to take the next step, we invite you to a space where your identity is celebrated, your questions are welcomed, and your journey is supported.
If you want to learn more, visit our become a foster parent page or give us a call on 0800 989 0135.
