Introduction
There are several options open to lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender individuals and couples interested in starting a family through adoption. These options vary depending on the parenting laws in your state. Below is a brief outline of four options:
- State or Public Agency Adoption. Adopt a child who is in foster care from the public child welfare system.
- Agency Open Adoption. Plan an open adoption through an adoption agency;
- Open Independent Adoption. Set out on your own to find birth parents who want or need to place their child in an adoption and complete that adoption through an attorney.
- International adoption. Adopt a child from another country through an agency or independently.
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HRC Celebrates National Adoption Month
November is a time to celebrate adoptive families and educate the broader community about adoption.
National Adoption Month Chat
Tune in Thursday, Nov. 19, from 3 to 4:30 p.m. EST to learn about adopting children and youth from foster care.
