Coram IAC offers Information Sessions for prospective intercountry adopters (a normal session would run from 9.45am to 3.00pm). These sessions are led by the Coram IAC team together with experienced intercountry adopters.
Information Sessions are part of the early fact finding and decision making process when you are thinking about intercountry adoption. They are designed for people who have not yet formally applied to adopt. The sessions are open to anyone, whether you live in a partner Local Authority area or not.
Single adopters are welcome to attend with a family member or friend - ideally sharing one screen as virtual course spaces are limited. If you are a couple, both of you should attend.
If you are adopting through Coram IAC then you will be required to attend an Information Session prior to requesting an initial interview with a Social Worker.
The session offers an informal setting in which to learn about the procedures, issues and challenges involved in intercountry adoption in the company of other prospective adopters. If you are not adopting through Coram IAC, the session will supplement the consultation and advice available through your local authority. Country Workshops which run periodically are a further way to add to your knowledge. These are more detailed sessions looking at the process, requirements and children available in your chosen country, for example India or South Africa.
Usually once or twice a month, online only.
£180 for single applicants and £330 for couples (if you live in one of our partner local authorities).
Prior to booking on an information session please speak to the Advice Line.
The team will be able to:
An advisor will check your basic eligibility and if appropriate will arrange for booking information to be sent to you.
Please note that you will need to book on a course by noon, two working days before the session.
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