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Imminent Closings of USCIS Offices May Impact Adoption Processing

The Trump administration’s plans to close international USCIS offices may impact hopeful adoptive parents in their journey to add to their family.

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A Social Worker’s Perspective on National Social Work Month

If you have worked with a social worker during your adoption (or in any other circumstances), know that they are probably exhausted, physically, mentally, and emotionally. Here’s how to acknowledge and celebrate them.

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7 of the Most Heartwarming Adoption Moments of 2018

As the year comes to a close, let’s look back at some of the most remembered and touching adoption moments of 2018 to remind us of that joyfulness and hope.

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New Report Warns of Repercussions for Discrimination Against LGBT Adoptive Parents

The Center for American Progress released a new report on the current and future repercussions of discrimination against LGBT would-be foster and adoptive parents, including recommendations for stopping the foster care crisis experts now predict.

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How to Celebrate National Adoption Day 2018

National Adoption Day was instituted to raise awareness about the children needing help in the foster care system. Whether you’re interested in adopting or have already adopted, here are some suggestions for celebrating National Adoption Day with your family.

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How You Can Show Your Support for World Adoption Day

World Adoption Day is special occasion that happens every November 9. On this day, those that have been adopted and people that have adopted a child take the time to raise awareness about adoption. If you would like to learn how you can raise awareness about adoption, here are some great ideas.

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Congress Rejects Anti-LGBTQ Adoption Amendment

The House of Representatives has rejected legislation that would have allowed federally funded adoption professionals to discriminate against LGBTQ parents based on religious grounds.

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How This Week’s “This is Us” Tackles Adoptees’ Complex Feelings of Loss

In the season 3 premiere, Randall asks Deja a big question — but her response is not what he (or other adoptive parents) might expect. Find out what her response reveals about adoptees’ feelings in general.

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New Maine Law Protects Sibling Groups in Foster Care

A new law in Maine will help to ensure children in foster care remain with their siblings, a Bangor news station reports.

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House Committee Passes Amendment that Endangers LGBTQ Adoption Rights

A recent vote on an amendment by the House Appropriations Committee would allow adoption agencies and child welfare organizations to refuse service to gay couples based on the organization’s religious beliefs.

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