Connecting our young people – raising each other up, having each other’s backs.
For Rainbow Families, it’s essential that our children have spaces where they can be themselves, have a voice, and pursue their dreams. That’s why we’re here.
When Australia voted for marriage equality in 2017, young people from LGBTQ+ families spoke out about the discrimination they face at school and in the community. In response, Rainbow Families created the Youth Group to provide a safe, supportive space for young people to connect with peers who understand their experiences.
What does it look like now?
The Youth Group has expanded to support younger and older members:
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Little Rainbows (ages 9-12): A space for younger kids to build friendships through social activities.
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Youth Group (ages 13-17): A place for older members to develop projects, raise awareness, and mentor younger peers.
Each group meets twice a month over food and activities. Sessions start with a discussion on projects and upcoming events, followed by a fun group activity and a shared meal (usually pizza!).
How do we join?
The Youth Group is open to any child or young person in the Rainbow Families community.
To join, fill out our registration form below and contact our Youth Group Coordinator, Geoffrey Parry-Ewing, before your first session.
This helps us plan catering and activities. Keep an eye on our upcoming family events for more youth-focused activities.
You can also contact Geoffrey at: [email protected]
Where we meet
Youth Group sessions follow the school calendar and take place in the Inner West. It’s a drop-in space and there’s no need to attend every session to participate.
Getting involved
Young people can join by reaching out to us. Stay updated through our monthly newsletter, which shares what we’ve been up to, available resources, and upcoming events.
Sign up and stay connected!
Each month we send out a newsletter to all our community, keeping everyone informed on what the Rainbow Families community been up to and also an update on our activities, what resources we have, and what is coming up next.
Sign up here!
