Excellence in the Adoption System
Our vision is for adopted children, young people and adults to lead happy fulfilling lives in loving families supported by a strong voluntary adoption sector.
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What is a Voluntary Adoption Agency?
VAAs are independent, not for profit organisations which are smaller than most statutory agencies and offer a personalised service to adopters from all backgrounds.
VAAs work in partnership with local authorities and regional adoption agencies across the whole of the UK to find families for children in care who are unable to stay with their birth relatives. There are 34 registered voluntary adoption agencies covering every region and country of the UK.
Why adopt through a VAA?
Find out moreA warm welcome
Whether you already know your stuff, or are just starting on your journey, VAAs will meet you where you are.
Personalised service
Our members will help you create a family that is just right for you and your children. They are always on your side.
An excellent standard of quality
Of CVAA’s 24 members, almost all are independently rated ‘good’ or ‘outstanding’. You’re in good hands.
Lifelong support
Your VAA will be there for you and your children for life. Adoption is a lifelong journey, not a destination.
Find a local VAA agency that’s right for you.
For support, advice, and information, or to embark on your adoption journey, find a local Voluntary Adoption Agency that’s right for you.
VAAs will be with you every step of the journey.
Latest news & updates
View allA strategy to support VAAs to tackle adopter and sector diversity
CVAA launches new advice guide for people considering adopting children with additional needs
Introducing our new strategy – why identity, inclusion and modernisation will be key to the future of adoption
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Upcoming training, workshops & events
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The Transition from Foster Care to Adoption: The UEA Moving to Adoption Model in Practice
Evidence seminar co-delivered with the Moving to Adoption research team at University of East Anglia
Developmental Trauma and Sensory Processing Challenges in Adopted Children
Expert-led training session delivered by Helen Stringfellow, Occupational Therapist at Adoption Matters
Adoption Services and Ofsted: Inspections and Recent Developments
Expert-led practice session co-delivered with OFSTED Inspectors
Join CVAA as a subscriber for as low as £59 for the year, and as well as supporting our work, you’ll receive:
Discounted tickets
Receive a 20% discount on all workshops & events through our renowned Practice Programme. A subscription pays for itself after attending just three Practice Programme events.
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You'll receive slides, notes, recommended reading and suggested activities when you attend CVAA events, as well as the monthly newsletter just for subscribers, allowing you to stay ahead of the game.
A network of like-minded organisations
As a CVAA subscriber, you'll be part of a wide group of like-minded organisations with whom you can network and collaborate.