PAC-UK, Family Action’s adoption support agency, responds to Church of England’s apology
The devastating practice of forced adoption decades ago has had a lifelong impact on so many people affected by adoption, particularly birth mothers and fathers and their children, but many others too.
While formal apologies from the Government, the Church of England, and all the other organisations involved in these practices is what many of those affected have waited a lifetime to hear, they are not enough in themselves to right the wrongs of the past.
These apologies will also reopen wounds and be retraumatising for many. This is why there needs to be specialist support available to help people to navigate the continuing impacts of forced adoption today and in the future.
If you have been impacted by historic adoption practices, please reach out to PAC-UK for support and advice.
You can read the full Church of England apology here.
National PAC-UK Advice Line
The National PAC-UK Advice Line provides independent, confidential advice and information for people affected by adoption, special guardianship and other forms of permanent care. The service is staffed by qualified and experienced PAC-UK counsellors and social workers with specialist expertise in these areas.
Website: family-action.org.uk/pac-uk
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0300 1800 090
FamilyConnect Advice Line
Delivered by Family Action’s adoption support agency PAC-UK, FamilyConnect provides information, support and guidance on tracing and reconnecting with family members, the services available, and whether you may be eligible for funding.
Website: familyconnect.org.uk
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0300 1800 205
