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'In the best interests of the child'

In all matters of adoption, it is the needs of the child that come first. This is often quoted as 'in the best interests of the child'. Agencies are not concerned about the parents welfare, they are only there to ensure the welfare of the child.

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IAG Blog

Dr Jane Aronson's Journal from the Field

Haiti Journal #3 from Dr. Jane Aronson Pediatrician and CEO, Worldwide Orphans Foundation
Published - Apr 27, 2012

Adoption Blogs

There is a wealth of valuable material on the internet - the best of it written by people like you - adoptive parents talking about their journey.
Published - Apr 24, 2012

Positive Older Adoption Story

Nobody's taking my Mommy. She's tooken. We're together forever!" Talynn exclaims. It's an especially tender moment, considering the two met just two years ago. That was when Lucien, a single professional who was then 49, adopted Talynn (pronounced Tay-LINN) from a foster care setting.
Published - Apr 23, 2012

Adoption News

Delays in placing children

Hundreds of children are forced to wait an average of 20 months from entering care to moving in with their adoptive parents – six months slower than the timetable set out in national guidance, according to official figures published today.
Published - May 11, 2012

Indian adoptions to be quicker

Adoption is about to get easier and faster. A simplified procedure, time-bound approvals and specialised centres in every district are among a series of steps planned to speed up the procedure, which drags for months and at times even years.
Published - May 08, 2012