Black Adopters

Many Black and Mixed Heritage children wait longer to be adopted, or never secure a permanent home.

Black and Mixed heritage children represent around 7% of children with a plan for adoption, but account for only 2% of adopted children. This means that many will never secure a permanent home unless more prospective adopters come forward.

It’s important for children’s wellbeing and sense of identity that they’re raised in a family that understand their heritage and cultural needs, which is why we’re encouraging more Black people and families to consider adopting.

Find an adoption agency near you to begin your journey

Could you open your heart and home to a child?

It is widely known in Black communities that informal adoption is part and parcel of the fabric of our communities; we raise and nurture children that are not our biological children as if they were. However, there are a number of barriers and misconceptions that deter people from taking the next steps.

This includes concerns around people feeling that their housing is not adequate, finances are not in a good enough position or worries about their age.

At a time when national statistics reveal that Black and Mixed Heritage children wait the longest for an adoptive family, we want to raise awareness that the key attributes for adopting a child is providing a loving, safe, stable home and that factors such as occupation, salary and the size of someone’s home, are not important.

Watch our short film about black adoption.

Contact a local adoption agency for more information

If you’re considering adoption to give a child a loving, permanent home, contact an adoption agency for a friendly chat and to find out more. Use our agency finder tool below to find you local agencies.

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Adoption support available

Adoption has changed and is now more modern and inclusive than ever before. There is lots of support available for those looking to adopt a child, throughout the adoption process, and after a child is placed with you. There are close to 3,000 children waiting to be adopted in England and chances are, if you can provide a safe, stable, loving home, you can adopt. Support services range from training and therapeutic support to peer groups and financial help.

Find out more about the support available to adopters