NSW faces backlash over proposed changes to child protection and adoption laws
Indigenous voices are warning of a new Stolen Generation if the bills are passed in NSW.
Category Archives: Adoption
Our Kids Belong With Family: Indigenous actress finds support for social media campaign
When her family faced a traumatic separation from some young relatives, Australian actress Rarriwuy Hick and her partner Meyne Wyatt channelled people power to spread a simple message: #ourkidsbelongwithfamily.
Should more foster carers have the chance to adopt?
Well, it's complex. Child-protection experts, politicians, and young people who have grown up in Australia's out-of-home-care system are divided on the question. But all agree the wellbeing of children is paramount.
Former Family Court judge urges overhaul of adoption laws
Wednesday marks five years since former Prime Minister Julia Gillard delivered a formal apology to people affected by forced adoption or removal policies and practices.
Rise in adoption rate ‘hopefully just the beginning’
After years of decline, the adoption rate in Australia has started to rise. But advocates say the system is still far too complex.
Why more single men are choosing to adopt
Florida elementary school teacher Steven Arauz explains why he decided to become an adoptive dad.