Adoption Records

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Coalition for Open Adoption Records (Ontario) - Includes news, Bill 108 and a petition.
Adoptions Reunited - Free international registry. General records and searching information, organized by region, is available.
Gay Rights Info - Congressional and state legislator voting records, information on state and local laws and policies on discrimination, hate crimes, adoption, and domestic partners, plus court decisions, employer information, and other resources.
Adoptees and Birthparents for Open Records Nationwide - Working to open adoption records throughout the United States.
Data for Professionals Vital Records on CD - Offers adoption, birth, marriage, death and other Genealogy data on CD-ROM.
Adoptions in Tennessee - State government website provides information on laws and procedures, access to records, adoptable children, and adoption agencies around the state.
Adoption and Wardship in Victoria - Complied by the Public Records Office Of Victoria. History of relevant legislation, records and records types, access restrictions and repository and archive locations and contact details.
Adoptions International - A pre-adoption medical clearing house for international adoptions. Services include review of medical records and a written medical opinion regarding health of potential adoptees. Includes information about fees.
The Coalition for Open Adoption Records (COAR) - Members of the adoption community who believe that adoption records in Ontario must be opened. Documents their campaigns and communication with the legistlature.
Utah State Archives and Records Service - A wealth of state records dating back to 1851. Records include birth, marriage, adoption, cemetery, and family histories. Not all records are available online.
Registrar General's Department (RGD) - To support national planning and to provide evidence of every birth, stillbirth, death, adoption and marriage and provide a secure repository for public records; features online application forms for marriage, birth and death certificates.
Adoption Records in the Oregon State Archives - Specific adoption information in the Oregon State Archives may appear in state agency or county court records.
Canadian Council of Birth Mothers - Supports open access to personal information in adoption records and access to the original registration of live birth for both first mothers and adult adopted persons. Includes book reviews and legislation updates.
General Register Office (Northern Ireland) - Responsible for the registration of births, deaths, marriages, and adoptions, and for issuing certificates, compiling statistics, and maintaining historical records. The site provides an on-line ordering service for birth, death, marriage and adoption certificates, and advice on the registration of these events.
The Adopted Peoples Association - Information and resources for Irish adopted people and their natural families, including guides to tracing, the Irish Adoption Contact Register and information on the campaign for open records.
Nova Scotia Genealogy Network Association - Links to local genealogical societies. Access to local newspapers, maps, census records, vital statistics, marriage and death records, land grants, adoption services, military, and postal code look-ups.
Oregon adoption records open after lengthy legal fight
Mildcats at ASU - Works to control the homeless cat population on the ASU campus, finds homes for adoptable cats, and educates the university populace about the responsibilities of pet ownership. Photos of available cats, feeding tips, and the group's TNR and adoption records.
Adoption Search - Odessa - Search thru adoption records for Odessa and many other locales to trace family history.
Rhonda L. Fishbein - Specialist in adoption law, including finalizing the process, organizing private adoptions, termination of parental rights, and access to records.
Americans for Open Records - Advocates the rights of birthfamilies and provides reunion resources; says adoption is slavery.
Black Market Adoptee's Registry - Registry for those who have been affected by black market adoptions and those having falsified birth records.
Department of Children's Services Advance Notice Registry - Describes process for requesting access to records of Tennessee adoptions that occurred or were attempted on or after March 16, 1951.
Adoption Fraud - Court unseals adoption records in Florida due to fraudulent black market baby broker activity. Includes Associated Press coverage.
Open Records Debate - An examination of the issue from About.com.
Adoption in the Computer Age - Discussion about how the Computer Age (or the Third Age) is revolutionizing adoption and searches. Includes information about SSDI, open records bills, the Uniform Adoption Act, search methods, recent developments, and Internet resources.
Adoption.com - Information on international, special needs, independent, and private adoptions. Includes message boards, news, and a directory of adoption professionals.
Petbond.com - Pet adoptions service with information on pet events, advice, and veterinary care.
Adoption Reunion A Success Story - A birthmother and found male adoptee are reunited. Both share their reunion and post adoption stories.
National Adoption Month - Raises awareness about the 129,000 children in foster care in the United States waiting for permanent families. Outreach materials for professionals, educators, and others to promote adoption.
Espace adoption - Témoignages et informations sur l'adoption et ses modalités en pays européens et étrangers. Références d'ouvrages et documents.
Cyndi's List - Listing of genealogy and adoption sites.
The LesBiGay Adoption Page - Includes Q&A on adoption, and links.
Schweizerische Fachstelle für Adoption - Hilft weiter, wenn man ein Kind adoptieren oder zur Adoption freigeben will.
Colorado Greyhound Adoption - Non-profit organization devoted to placement and adoption of retired racing Greyhounds.
Russian Adoption Medical Services - Dr. Eric Downing answers medical questions about adoptions from Russia, and provides both a long list and a hand-picked short list of Russian adoption sites.
The Poop - Search our Rescue/Adoption Group Database - Best for breed rescue, but searchable.
Lissy's Cyber-Pet Adoption Agency - Animated clipart including dogs, reptiles, rodents, dragons, and fantasy creatures.
Pet Adoption Fund - Non-profit no-kill rescue organization. Photographs and information on available dogs and cats.
PMU Foal Adoption Network - Dedicated to minimizing the number of PMU/Premarin foals that go to slaughter by facilitating the adoption of these foals. Membership and fundraising information, and how to adopt.
Adoption Council of Canada - Dedicated to finding homes for the country's waiting children. Includes news, publications, legislation, events, research, viewpoints, and newsletters.
OutRage Briefing: Adoption - Campaign site includes the current status of legislation, position statement, timeline, press releases, press clippings and web resources for further reading.
Best Friend Pet Adoption - Non-profit organization that rescues dogs and cats in Cary. Adoption policy, pictures of available pets, missing pet alerts, volunteer and donation needs, and news.
Lindsey and Sari's Adoption Agency - Adoptions by email, selective breeding, guestbook, and shows.
National Adoption Center - Portal to photo listings and resources, including chat, online courses, and articles.
Humane Society of Cozumel - Runs a free spay-neuter program and offers at-cost vet services, an adoption program, and free euthanasia. Wish list and contact details are presented.
Adoption - Encyclopedia article from Fact Monster about adoption.
Adoption Fraud - Court unseals adoption records in Florida due to fraudulent black market baby broker activity. Includes Associated Press coverage.
Adoption Québec - Recherches et retrouvailles pour les adopté(e)s et leur famille qui les recherchent.
Lynch's Maiden Name Registry - Online database to search and register for maiden names. Search tool for members of the adoption triad.
Adoption by Gays and Lesbians - Resources and information for gays and lesbians seeking to form families by adoption. Includes changing laws, current policies and practices, position papers, personal perspectives, and support.
Adoption und Pflegekindschaft, - Umfangreiche Seite zu den Themen Pflegekindschaft, Pflege-Eltern und Adoption. Mit einer BRD-Rechtsdatenbank zu den Themen und einer Suchfunktion für Adoptierte und leibliche Eltern.
Families for Russian and Ukrainian Adoption - Russian adoption site includes comprehensive information as well as chat.
Emerald Coast Greyhound Adoption Program - Volunteer, not-for-profit corporation organized to educate the public of the value of retired Greyhounds as pets and to receive and process Greyhounds for adoption. Florida.
Petfinder Home Page - Petfinder is an on-line, searchable database of animals that need homes. It is also a directory of over 2,000 animal shelters and adoption organizations across the USA and Canada. Organizations maintain their own home pages and available pet database.
Crater Creature Adoption - Aliens which hatch from eggs in various poses and colours. Includes a story.
Back in the Saddle Horse Adoption - Accepts donations of unwanted riding horses and ponies in the United States and matches them to adopters. Adoption and donation forms online. Based in Florida.
PAL Rescue and Adoption - Nonprofit organization working to place abandoned and unwanted pets in safe, permanent homes. Includes photographs of available animals and volunteer needs. Located in Gardena.
Guardian Society Big Issues: Adoption and fostering - Ongoing coverage of news, analysis and comment including the Adoption and Children Bill, adoption register, policy and practice plus web resources.
Yahoo! Groups: International Adoption for Canadians - Discussion group for those who have adopted or in the process of adopting.
Animal Adoption League - A non-profit organization serving the Greater Charlotte metro area. Pictures and descriptions of available pets and contact information.
Perdot's Petz Adoption Centre - Kittenz, catz, puppiez and dogz, free to good homez. Includes full details and pictures. No hexed petz.
Animal Adoption and Rescue Foundation - All volunteer, non-euthanizing organization in Richmond. Adoption and spay/neuter information, volunteer opportunities, sponsor program, and scrapbook. Includes photographs and descriptions of available pets.
Friends For Life Adoption Program - No-kill animal adoption program located in Peotone. Information on adopting or sponsoring an animal, photographs of pets in need of homes, and contact information.
Washington Animal Control and Adoption Facility - Pictures of animals available for adoption, services provided by this municipal shelter, fees, and contact information.
Cricket Cottage Collections - Pre-made graphics, such as adoptions for adoption shop, and sigtags for emails.
Adoption Council of Ontario - Provides support to individuals and groups and advocates for adoptees and all people connected with adoption. Event details, resources, and information about legislation and membership.
Invercauld Publications: Adoption Bookshelf - Lists of contents and details for a selection of books about adoption issues.
Adoption og Samfund - På siden findes næsten alt om adoption. Der er noget for vordende og nuværende adoptanter, adoptivfamilier, adopterede og alle andre med interesse for adoption.
Cat Rescue and Adoption - Guide for adopting cats from animal rescue groups around the world, especially Canada.
Kitten Rescue - Cat rescue organization which rescues cats and kittens from shelter euthanasia and abandonment. Offers photos of cats available for adoption, information about events, adoption policies, and foster program. Los Angeles, CA.
alt.adoption newsgroup FAQ - Australian and New Zealand section of the FAQ (Requesntly Asked Questions). Includes legislatory information, contact addresses and links.
Arizona Golden Retriever Connection - Focuses on adoption, educating the public on responsible ownership, and pet therapy. Pictures and descriptions of available dogs, frequently asked questions, and how to help out. Phoenix.
Southeast Pug Rescue and Adoption Inc - Volunteer organization serving Georgia, Alabama and South Carolina. Information on events, adoption, available dogs, stories and memorials.
International Adoption Families Association (IAFA) - Supports and guides families through the process of international adoption. Includes membership information, articles, and event details.
Feathered Friends Adoption & Rescue - Non-profit volunteer organization in Cocoa. Adoption process and list of available birds, services provided, membership form, and contact information.
Tails of the Tundra Siberian Husky Rescue - Network of volunteers throughout Pennsylvania, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Delaware, and West Virginia. Breed information, photos of dogs available for adoption, calendar of events, dog care tips, and scrapbook.
Adoption Support Centre of Saskatchewan, Inc. - Provides services for parents and prospective parents. Includes membership application, event details, list of services, and resource centre.
Chibishounen Interdimensional Adoption Center - Adoption procedures, contests, gallery, and links.
Adoption Information - The Department of Community Services presents general information, personal stories and related links.
Columbus House Rabbit Society, Rabbit Adoption and Education - A national non-profit rabbit rescue and education organization that educates the public about rabbit care and behavior and provides foster homes for abandoned rabbits until permanent homes can be found.
Ministry of Children and Family Development: Adoption Site - Information on adoption, forms and publications, list of agencies, and other resources.
DSS - Adoption - Information on available children and resources for adopting through the Department of Social Services.
Childwelfare.com - Provides publications and data at the state and national level on adoption, child abuse, welfare reform, foster care, and child poverty.
SC Department of Social Services - Adoption Services - Includes details on the process, photos of available children, and FAQs.
Adoption Foundation Fact Sheet - The Department of Family and Community Services presents a list of members, mandate and general details about the foundation.
Triad Online - Information for individuals who wish to begin a post-adoption search. Includes general information, news, and stories.
Adoption Council of Manitoba Inc. - Non-profit organization that provides information and education to members of the adoption constellation and the general public. Legislative updates, membership details and links.
Mouvement Retrouvailles - Non-profit organization improving access to information on adoptions and bringing together parents and children separated by an adoption. History, services, membership form, and online support.
All Species Adoption Program - All-species rescue program based in Northwest Ohio. Assists families wanting to adopt a special pet, or to find a good home for those they cannot keep. Photographs of available pets and listing of adoption requirements.
German Shepherd Dog Placement and Adoption League - Rescue and re-homing of adoptable German Shepherd Dogs by an all-volunteer group operating in New Jersey, Delaware, and southeastern Pennsylvania. Information on adoptions and re-homing service, and assistance offered to law enforcement agencies in locating viable working dog candidates.
TriCounty Animal Shelter and Adoption - Ddedicated to providing shelter and care to stray, unwanted or abandoned cats and dogs. Newsletter, events calendar, pictures of adoptable pets, and how to help. Green Lake County.
Office of Adoptions, Georgia Department of Human Resources - Aims to increase adoption of special needs children by providing placement assistance and other services for birth parents and adoptive families.
InfoPEI - Description of government adoption services.
Adoptions in Tennessee - State government website provides information on laws and procedures, access to records, adoptable children, and adoption agencies around the state.
Lords: Adoption and Children Bill - Hansard transcript. Debate and vote on Amendment 51 (banning unmarried and gay people from adopting as a couple). Contents, 196; Not-Contents, 162.
Black Market Adoption - Article on the illicit adoption of Navajo children.
Hilton Head Humane Association - Pictures with information on available dogs and cats, adoption information, hours and directions, foster program, hurricane evacuation, volunteer opportunities, and newsletter.
Dalmatian Adoption and Rescue - Nonprofit organization based in Brampton. Offers photos and descriptions of adoptable dogs, breed information, and general pet tips.
State Secrets: Oregon Adoption Papers - For the past 40 years, Oregon officials have been making up new birth certificates whenever a child is adopted. Now some of those kids have grown up and are demanding to see the originals.
Lotts of Love Rescue & Adoption - Rescue for parrots and other small birds needing to find a new, permanent and loving home. Works closely with the Oasis Sanctuary for birds unsuitable as pets.
Cavy Spirit Rescue - Located in San Mateo, California. Contains an online adoption application, information on neutering and sexing cavies, a special section on pet stores, polls, and links to cartoon movies.
Roots & Wings Adoption Magazine - Article about talking to a child's school about adoption.
City sees the appeal of Linux - London follows New York's open source adoption.
Atlanta Pet Rescue and Adoption - Includes photos of available animals, adoption policy, and training and pet care tips.
Little Shelter Animal Rescue and Adoption Center - Virtual tour, photographs and profiles of pets in need of new homes, wish list, how to help, and hours of operation. Huntington.
North West Alabama Animal Adoption - Adoption application, description of animals available, and wish list.
USA - Boxer Buddies Rescue and Adoption Inc. - Photographs of available dogs, success stories, informative articles on Boxers and other information. Located in Massachusetts.
Fayetteville Animal Shelter - Advice on choosing and keeping a friend for life, adoption procedures, education programs, companion animal care, City laws and ordinances, problem solving, and news.
Pet Adoption of Cannon Valley - No-kill, volunteer-run animal shelter. Photographs of dogs and cats in need of homes, volunteer needs, and directions to the shelter.
Washington Alaskan Malamute Adoption League - State-wide non-profit organization working with shelters, rescue groups and the public to provide education and support in finding lost and stolen dogs. Includes photos of available dogs and general breed information.
Geneva Lakes Greyhound Track - Features betting, greyhound sales, adoption information and details about the track itself. Wisconsin.
Central Texas Akita/German Shepherd Rescue and Adoption - Includes pictures, adoption application and requirements, information about the Akita, and contact information. Located in Kempner.
Maricopa County Rabies Animal Care and Control - Impounded animals for adoption in Phoenix, including animal listings, dog licensing, and law enforcement information.
Wyoming Basset Hound Rescue and Adoption - Bulletin board, newsletter, and a photograph gallery of available dogs.
Animal Adoption Center - Online adoption gallery, wish list, newsletter archive, and information on volunteer opportunities. Lindenwold.
Shrine of the Senshi pet adoption center - Provides the adoption of senshi, villains, and minor characters.
Pet Adoption Fund - A non-profit "no kill" rescue organization whose mission is to rescue, shelter, and place homeless animals. We take in as many unwanted orphans as possible. Our motto is: "There is always room for one more".
Eleanor Sonsini Municipal Animal Shelter - Volunteer run, no-kill animal shelter for cats and dogs. Includes information on volunteer opportunities and list of pets up for adoption, with photos.
Central Indiana Lab Rescue and Adoption - Volunteer, non-profit organization. Adoption application, frequently asked questions, pictures of available dogs, brief description of the breed, and news.
Adoption Planning, Inc. - Offers counseling for birth parents, placement services for adoptive families, and a Korean program.
Professional Association of Treatment Homes - Private, nonprofit organization based in Minnesota, North Dakota and Wisconsin, that provides culturally sensitive services to children and families in need of treatment foster care, adoption and other family services.
How Native American Indian Women Lost Their Children - Information on coercive adoption from a native adoptee.
Australian Shepherd Rescue and Placement Helpline - Official rescue organization of the Australian Shepherd Club of America (ASCA). Guidelines of the adoption process, pictures of available dogs, and links to regional affiliates.
Cyber Adoptions Guide Picks - Lists agencies which offer pets, animals, fairies, angels, babies, unicorns, teddy bears, wildlife, and people.
Creatures Jungle - COBs/Agents and adoptions for C1, C2 and C3, FAQs, links, stories and humour.
Children's Bridge - International adoption consultants helping families who wish to adopt from the People's Republic of China, Vietnam and South Korea. Program details, schedule of information seminars, calendar of events, and photo gallery.
Gay Rights Info - Congressional and state legislator voting records, information on state and local laws and policies on discrimination, hate crimes, adoption, and domestic partners, plus court decisions, employer information, and other resources.
Twinsworld - Offerings include a twin casting agency, twin events, reunion of twins placed for adoption or separated at birth, message boards, links, photos, contests, and research.
Great Dane Adoption Society - Rehoming stray, abandoned and unwanted dogs. United Kingdom.
Boston Terrier Rescue and Adoption - Adoption stories and frequently asked questions.
Misty's Chinese Shar Pei Rescue and Adoption - Referral service for dogs in need of homes. Photographs, profiles, and contact information for available dogs, message board, and links.
British Agencies for Adoption & Fostering - Resources and information for those wishing to adopt as well as professionals in childcare who need to keep up to date with the adoption issue. Events, news, legal details and directory of agencies.
Petz Central - Official site. Provides news, adoption centers, downloads, and support.
Florida Dog Adoption Center - Provides a free service to dog shelters, rescue groups, and people who want to adopt homeless dogs throughout Florida and the Southeast. Lists dogs available for adoption.
Humane Society of Boulder Valley - Includes photos of animals available for adoption, ways to help, calendar of events, and lost and found listings.
PACT: An Adoption Alliance - Adoption-related services for children of color, their birthparents, and their adoptive parents.
Pet Guardian Angels of America - Listing of pet adoption and rescue organizations in the United States and Canada. Includes rescue stories and homecheck form.
A Kid's Guide to Adoption - Tells what adoption is and how it works. Also looks at some of the reasons kids are put up for adoption and provides tips for coping with it.
Adoption Issues and Resources - About.com presents a survey of adoption topics and legal issues.
Adoption Colombie - Le Guide de l'Adoption en Colombie.
Genealogy Today Seeking Birth Parents - Resources to help with adoption search, Related information on Adoption.
Gay Adoption Personal Journal - An ongoing journal of a gay couple seeking to adopt a child. Includes helpful articles and links.
Adoption & Co. - Themenseite mit Beiträgen rund um das Thema Adoption und einer Personensuchdatenbank. Besonderheit: Ein individueller Personensuchdienst.
Escarosa Greyhound Adoption - Pensacola, Florida adoption agency for retired racing Greyhounds. Adoption guidelines and information on available dogs.

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