Georgia Surrogacy: Is It Still Safe?

Understanding risks, navigating processes, and making informed choices

Fri, 27 Feb 7:00 pm

PST

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Sat, 28 Feb 11:00 am

AWST

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Sat, 28 Feb 2:00 pm

AEDT

Meet Our Expert Speakers

Sam Everingham

Global Expert & Director

Parents & Families Speaking at our London Event

Fiona Powney

Mum via Georgia

Jake Graf

Parent via UK surrogacy

Katie Ingram

Mum via Donor IVF

Meredith Baldwin Headshot

Meredith Baldwin

Adult via Surrogacy

Robert Prosser

Dad via USA

Shaun Thomas

Dad via Colombia

Sophie Cook

Donor-Conceived young adult

Surrogacy in Georgia has long been a popular option for intended parents, but recent events have raised questions about safety, agency practices, and the wellbeing of surrogates. This webinar will give you the insights and practical guidance you need to make informed decisions for your journey.

Who Is This For

This webinar is designed for intended parents who want to navigate Georgian surrogacy safely and confidently. It’s especially useful for those who want clarity on risks, legal requirements, and agency practices.

  • Parents considering Georgia as a surrogacy destination
  • Intended parents researching agencies or clinics in Georgia
  • Those seeking guidance on legal and operational safeguards
  • Anyone looking for practical tips to protect themselves, their surrogate, and their future child

What You’ll Learn

Gain practical knowledge and actionable insights from experts and real-world case studies to help you protect yourself, your surrogate, and your future child.

How to identify potential risks and red flags in Georgian surrogacy agencies

Steps to verify agency staff, operations, and communication practices

Best practices to protect your surrogate’s wellbeing and your future child

How to reduce legal and financial risks through careful planning

Tips for selecting trustworthy providers using Growing Families’ Verified Providers program

Insights on recent market changes and what they mean for intended parents

Webinar Details

Tailored for:

for everyone

Date & Time:

Fri, 27 Feb 7:00 pm

PST

Sat, 28 Feb 11:00 am

AWST

Sat, 28 Feb 2:00 pm

AEDT

Registration:

Free

Webinar Agenda

15 mins

Understanding the Current Landscape of Georgian Surrogacy

Learn how the surrogacy landscape has evolved and what intended parents need to know before starting their journey. Includes a case study of the Kinderly scandal to illustrate potential risks, including agency mismanagement, surrogate wellbeing, delays in documentation, and financial misappropriation.

20 mins

Safeguarding Your Surrogacy Journey

Practical guidance for intended parents on how to evaluate agencies, verify staff and operational practices, ensure direct communication with surrogates, and protect themselves and their future children. Includes an overview of the Growing Families Verification Program and how it helps intended parents find trusted providers in Georgia and elsewhere.

20 mins

Expert Panel Discussion

Experienced Georgian surrogacy practitioners discuss how the market has adapted to recent challenges, current safety measures, legal requirements, and what IPs should consider when choosing a provider.

FAQs

Yes, the webinar will be recorded. However, to access the recording after the live event, there will be a fee of $20. The recording will be available for free only to registrants for 2 weeks after the live event.

No prerequisites are required to attend this webinar. Whether you’re just starting to explore your options or are already in the process of planning your surrogacy journey in Georgia, this session will provide valuable insights. Simply register, and you’re all set!

Absolutely! Our experts will host a live Q&A at the end of the session to address your specific concerns and questions.

We aim to provide insights that are broadly relevant, though some topics may focus on specific scenarios. During the live Q&A, you’ll have the opportunity to ask personalized questions. You can also book a personalised consultation with our global consultant if you need more tailored advice.

While attending live is ideal for engaging with the speakers and asking questions, we understand that schedules can be tight. If you can’t attend live, register anyway and we’ll give you access to the recording for free for 2 weeks after the live event. The recording will only be available to non-registrants for a $20 fee.