Forced adoption resources and training
Resources for support services
The Australian Institute of Family Studies (AIFS) has developed resources for healthcare professionals and service providers. They also developed guidelines for Forced Adoption Support Services.
- Forced Adoption National Practice Principles: Guidelines and principles for specialist services(Opens in a new tab/window)
- Good practice principles in providing services to those affected by forced adoption and family separation
- Forced Adoption Support Services: Establishing and building networks
- Providing care and support to individuals with a forced adoption experience
Training
Forced Adoption: Practical Skills and Awareness
The Forced Adoption: Practical Skills and Awareness(Opens in a new tab/window) online training provides practical information to help support adults affected by forced adoption. It also explains the history and impacts of forced adoption. This is an introductory course aimed at the aged care workforce and community service sector. It is non-accredited.
Other resources
Services matrix - Forced Adoption Support Services
This outlines the services offered by each Forced Adoption Support Service.
Supporting people affected by forced adoptions
This is for anyone helping someone affected by forced adoption. It helps people to understand the issues and sensitivities.
History and experiences of forced adoption
This fact sheet aims to increase understanding of forced adoption. It also outlines Australia’s past forced adoption practices and their impacts.