New restrictions and regulations on international adoption have made it more difficult than ever for American families to adopt overseas. Join us in signing a petition asking for change from the White House.
14
Nov
2016
All About International Adoption: What Is It and How Does it Work?
International adoption is the placement of a child from another country with a family from the United States. Countries throughout the world allow children to be adopted into the United States when they can’t be cared for in their home country.
The process of adopting a child from another country varies greatly, as it is governed by the laws of United States (both federal and state law) and the laws of the country where the child was born. However, the United States requires that every intercountry adoption follow certain procedures. Most adoptions include the following steps:
7
Apr
2015
International Adoptions Hit Lowest Point Since 1982
The total number of international adoptions by Americans fell by 9 percent in 2014 reaching its lowest point since 1982, according to State Department figures released last …
27
Mar
2014
Continued Decline in International Adoption Numbers in 2013
The total number of international adoptions fell by 18 percent in 2013, to the lowest level since 1992, due in part to Russia’s ban on adoption by Americans and further declines in adoption from South Korea and Ethiopia.
According to the State Department, international adoptions …
1
Feb
2013
Continued Decline in International Adoption Numbers in 2012
The total number of international adoptions fell by 7 percent in 2012, after falling 15 percent in 2011 and 13 percent in 2010. The numbers for 2012 are the lowest since 1994 and are likely to continue to fall in light of recent political developments …
17
Nov
2011
International Adoptions Fall 15 Percent in 2011
The total number of international adoptions fell 15 percent in 2011, after falling 13 percent the previous year, according to figures provided by the US Department of State yesterday. This number puts international adoption at its lowest level since 1994; numbers peaked in 2004.
According …
19
Apr
2024
How Adoptees Feel About Adoption
How do adoptees feel about adoption? Many of them are proud to be adopted, and it’s something that should be celebrated.
5
Apr
2024
Myths vs. Facts about Adoption
Adoption is always an option regardless of your circumstances. There are many myths and facts about adoption, so we’ve explored some common ones.
5
Mar
2024
Adoption Tax Credit
Adoption is a life-changing opportunity, and beyond the benefits of creating new families, there is the adoption tax credit, too. Here’s what you need to know.