Through our membership and public events, we support and connect adopted people, adoptive parents, prospective adopters and the community around children who cannot live with their birth parents. Read more
Government proposals for adoption support reform in England will have a big impact on the support families receive, including via the ASGSF. Read more
Take on the 100k in May challenge and make every kilometre count for families connected by adoption. Read more
Adoption UK is the leading charity for adopted and care experienced people, adoptive families, and others parenting children who can’t live with their birth parents. Set up in 1971, we’ll be here for adopted and care experienced children, adults and their families for as long as they need us.
We connect people across the adoption community, support adopters and adoptees, and work with them to influence the decisions that affect their lives.
As a member of Adoption UK, you can access a range of resources, webinars, support & community networks.
Already an AUK member? Log in here to access your members' area.
We host community events to help you through every stage of your adoption journey. From our prospective adopters online meet-up to family walks and parent/carer dinners, take some time to grow your support network and make meaningful connections with others.
Tamryn Stevens' research found that becoming a parent often prompted adoptees to re-examine their own adoption experiences, bringing both healing and new challenges around identity, family relationships, and parenting. While parenthood fostered love, belonging and personal growth, the study highlights the lasting impact of adoption across generations and the need for lifelong support, openness and understanding for adoptees. Read more
We welcome the Prime Minister's apology for historical forced adoption practices as an important acknowledgement of the lifelong harm caused to mothers, adoptees and families, while urging Government to back its words with meaningful long-term action, redress and lifelong support. Read more
As we move into the summer term, school transitions suddenly start to feel very real. New classrooms, new teachers, new routines, and sometimes even new schools are just around the corner. While these changes can be exciting, they can also bring uncertainty and anxiety. Read more