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Volunteering: A step towards becoming an adoptive parent
Adoption is filled with anticipation, learning, and emotional preparation. While reading books and attending training sessions are essential parts of the process, an incredibly valuable way to prepare for being…
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Transition to Adulthood for adopted young adults
Transition to Adulthood is a new group for adopted adults set up by Adopt London. Adulthood isn’t just about age—it’s about confidence, planning, and knowing where to find help when you…
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Black History Month 2025
Belonging and identity: Black Adoption in London Adoption has always been more than finding a home for children – it’s about giving children a sense of love, belonging, and identity.
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Taking the Early Permanence adoption route
Ava and Thom* knew adoption would, in some way, be in their future. So, after taking time to settle into their new home, they set about finding out about adoption.
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You Don’t Need a Perfect Home – Just a Welcome One
As National Adoption Week (20–26th October 2025) begins, Adopt London is supporting a new campaign that gently challenges the idea that prospective adopters need to have the ‘perfect’ home or…
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NEW Adopt London South Complaints Procedure
Adopt London South has recently updated its Complaints Policy to improve clarity, accessibility, and responsiveness for all our service users. The administration of complaints will move to Southwark’s Social Care Complaints Team. We…
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“If you think you can do it, jump in!”
A conversation with Phill – an adoptive father of two siblings. When did you decide that you wanted to adopt? “The journey from deciding to adopt to bringing our children…
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Supporting Proud 2b Parents’ LGBT+ Parents & Carers Day
Adopt London is proud of the many LGBTQIA adoptive parents and people who come forward to adopt and we’re happy to support the work of the inclusive charity organisation Proud…
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The Other Side of Adoption: Birth parents experience of care proceedings and contact
If you’re exploring adoption in the UK — whether you’re considering domestic adoption, early permanence, or simply learning about the assessment and approval process — you’ve likely come across the…
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Why a spare bedroom is a must when you’re considering adoption
We fully understand the frustration that potential adopters feel when they can clearly demonstrate that they are offering a nurturing and stable home, and they are then told they need…
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Grants available to small organisations and groups
Adoption England Community Development Fund – applications open until 8th August 2025 The Adoption England Community Development Fund aims to help small organisations or groups with lived experience in adoption,…
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#UnfoldingJourneys: Celebrating the Creative Journeys of Adopted Adults Through Art
Adopt London South is proud to present #UnfoldingJourneys—an inspiring arts showcase celebrating identity, creativity, and resilience through the voices of adopted adults. The showcase will take place from 16–27 June…
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Adoption and Special Guardianship Support Fund Newsflash
The Government have announced that the Adoption and Special Guardianship Support Fund (ASGSF). will continue in 2025-26 with 31/03/2026 being the latest date therapy can be commissioned up to. A…
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Confirmation received that the Adoption and Special Guardianship Support Fund will be continuing for the financial year April 2025 – March 2026.
The Children’s Minister made a statement in the Commons this afternoon (01/04/25) and we are now able to confirm that the Adoption and Special Guardianship Support Fund will be continuing…
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Introducing the Life Story Hub
My name is Natalie, and I am so pleased to introduce myself and my website. I work as a practice manager for the adoption support team in Adopt London North…
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Celebrating two decades of LGBTQ+ adoption progress
Adopt London we have been reflecting on the strides made towards equality and inclusion. In adoption, the past two decades have brought monumental change transforming the landscape for LGBTQ+ adopters,…
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The Notional SEN budget for mainstream schools
Understanding how schools allocate resources can be crucial for adoptive parents aiming to support their child’s education, especially for those who may need extra help. One significant resource available is…
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Janet Daby, Minister for Children and Families
Adopt London hosted an unforgettable staff conference, where we had the privilege of welcoming Janet Daby, Minister for Children and Families. The event focused on the powerful and uplifting work…
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The Adoption Barometer survey 2025 is now open!
Each year, Adoption UK – the leading charity for all those whose lives involve adoption, survey adopters and adopted people to help them build the case for more support. Adoption…
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How to Create a Joyful and Autism-Friendly Christmas for Adopted Children
Celebrating Christmas with children who have autism or autistic traits can be a deeply meaningful experience, especially when families are able to make little adaptations to traditional festivities in order…
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