After becoming the first professional sporting club to have a float in the Mardi Gras Parade in 2018, the Sydney Swans will continue to show their support by taking part in one of the biggest events on the LGBTIQA+ calendar and will proudly march in an eighth consecutive Mardi Gras parade this Saturday night.

Representing the club in the march will be Sydney Swans players, past-players and staff, corporate partners including the club’s new Official Pride Partner Adora Fertility. This new partnership provides an opportunity to bring fertility conversations to the forefront, especially in helping LGBTQIA+ individuals and couples explore their family-building options.

Alongside Adora Fertility, Principal Partner QBE, representatives from the AFL, the Rainbow Swans (the club’s official LGBTIQA+ supporter group) and Nikita Iman will also march as part of the Sydney Swans group.

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Swans represent at 2024 Mardi Gras Parade

The Sydney Swans represented with enormous pride at the 2024 Mardi Gras Parade.

Executive General Manager- People and Culture, Scott Dalby said the club was proud to be a leader in LGBTIQA+ visibility and inclusivity by once again taking part in the Mardi Gras Parade.

“Visibility is such an important factor in the wellbeing and self-esteem of LGBTIQA+ youth,” Dalby said.

“Our participation in Mardi Gras, along with the delivery of our Diversity Action Plan, wouldn’t be possible without the support of Pride Partner Adora Fertility and Principal Partner QBE.”

“We are very grateful and look forward to having them join us and our loyal Rainbow Swans supporter group, as we march on Saturday night.”

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Swans and Adora Fertility announce historic partnership

The Sydney Swans have partnered with leading IVF clinic Adora Fertility, in what is the first ever fertility partnership with an AFL club.

More information about our new Official Pride Partner Adora Fertility.

At Adora Fertility the majority of Medicare eligible expenses associated with IVF are bulk-billed, providing a more affordable option for those seeking fertility treatment. Adora Fertility offers a comprehensive range of fertility treatment options including a donor program for those that need donor sperm, eggs or embryos to achieve their family goals.

Through the Adora Fertility Known Donor Program you can access fertility treatment with donated sperm, eggs or embryos from a donor that is known to you. Adora Fertility also has partnerships with The World Egg and Sperm Bank and Seattle Sperm Bank offering access to de-identified donor sperm (available in selected states only).

Visit Adora Fertility to learn more.