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Welcome

This website has been created by the National Archives of Australia to increase awareness and understanding of forced adoptions.

View tour dates and videos from the exhibition Without Consent: Australia’s past adoption practices.

Learn about the Forced Adoptions History Project and read about the National Apology for Forced Adoptions.

If you are experiencing distress please contact the Forced Adoption Support Services on 1800 210 313.

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Research

Explore and share your research on forced adoptions.

Effects

Learn about the impact on mothers, fathers, adopted persons and families.

Experiences

Read about others', or contribute your own, experiences of forced adoption.

Records

Find information on how to access adoption records in each state.

Resources

Find references, statistics, a glossary and an education resource.

Support

Find contact details for support and advocacy organisations in your state.