Brew & Natter with Judy from The Traitors Saturday, July 18 • 10 AM - 12 PM Read more
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
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Want to get your adopted, care experienced or young person with FASD involved in volunteering and the Saltire Award? This opportunity to volunteer as a family is just for you! Whilst some young people are volunteering doing a fundraising run at Strathclyde Country Park, we'll be taking it a little easier by doing some community volunteering! Read more
Family Walk for adopters and prospective adopters. Please find this meet-up in your members area to book. If you are not a member then please click through to join AUK to access this event. Read more
Full steam ahead for a great day out! Only £11 per Adult and £9 per Child with this group rate! £5 additional discount per Child for AUK Members too, you will find the discount code when selecting this event in your family members area. Please note this event is part funded for Adoption UK members. Please click through to book your tickets as a non-member. Read more
Are you an adoptive parent of teens living in the Highlands? Would you feel the benefit of support from other adoptive parents near you? Come along and connect with other adopters in a safe and supportive space. Read more
For parents of adopted and care experienced people who are transitioning into adulthood or are now adults. 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
Join us for a very special Brew & Natter coffee morning with Judy, star of The Traitors and one half of the iconic mother-daughter duo, Roxy and Judy! Read more
A supportive session for adoptive parents and carers to explore theory, challenges, and myths, helping you build confidence in open, compassionate conversations with your child. Read more
Gillian Elam a member of POTATO will share POTATO research with a focus on experiences of caring for siblings. Read more
Gillian Elam a member of POTATO will share POTATO research with a focus on experiences of parenting at a distance. Read more
Adoption UK's Adoption Barometer report reveals adoption support system is failing hundreds of families across the UK. Four in 10 adoptive families say they are facing severe challenges or are at crisis point as the Adoption Barometer 2026 calls for a legal right to lifelong, needs-led support. Read more
This Forest School experience is for adoptive and kinship care families. Forest Schools are nature-based, learner-led communities where qualified leaders support young people's interests. The sessions are suitable for children aged 6-12. Sessions will run on July 28,29 and 30, and August 4,5 and 6. Read more