ALL KIDS ARE EQUAL

ALL KIDS ARE EQUAL CAMPAIGN OPPOSES POPE’S SURROGACY BAN, ADVOCATES FOR AUSTRALIAN REFORM

The All Kids Are Equal (AKAE) Campaign, a steadfast advocacy group dedicated to ensuring equal rights  and opportunities for all children, regardless of their mode of conception or birth, strongly opposes the recent call by Pope Francis for a global ban on surrogacy.

The advocacy group emphasises the need for legislative changes in Australia, challenging both the Pope’s stance and the country’s current surrogacy laws.

“Surrogacy is a choice made by informed, consenting adults. Surrogacy, when approached with transparency and ethical guidelines, can be a positive and empowering experience for all parties involved,“ said Ashley Scott, spokesperson from AKAE.

"We need to move beyond stereotypes and challenge the notion that surrogacy inherently exploits women. The reality is that surrogacy, when conducted ethically, is a compassionate choice for families facing challenges in starting a family. It's about understanding, respecting, and supporting the choices of women who choose to become surrogates."

Instead of a global ban, the AKAE group calls for informed regulation that protects the rights of surrogates and ensures the best interests of the child.

“We acknowledge the challenges faced by intended parents seeking surrogacy overseas highlighting the urgent need for a federal framework for regulated, compensated surrogacy in Australia. This would give families viable options within their own country, supporting and protecting all parties involved and safeguarding the interests and rights of the child.”

We call on the Australian Government, and other respective state and territory governments, to consider the diverse needs of families and children, and to work towards creating legislation that reflects the evolving nature of family dynamics in our society.

ABOUT ALL KIDS ARE EQUAL CAMPAIGN

The All Kids Are Equal (AKAE) Campaign is a dedicated advocacy group committed to ensuring that all children have equal rights and opportunities, regardless of their mode of conception or birth. Our mission is to promote inclusive policies, educate the public, and advocate for the rights of children born through surrogacy, donor conception, or any other means.

The issues addressed by the AKAE Campaign have far-reaching implications, touching the lives of a wide spectrum of diverse families. These families include heterosexual couples, single parents, LGBTQ+ couples, and individuals of various backgrounds. Our commitment to advocating for children's rights encompasses all these diverse family structures, ensuring that no child is disadvantaged due to the circumstances of their conception or birth.

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Anna McKie - Surrogate/IP Support Manager at Surrogacy Australia and surrogate for a couple; featured below.