What is it about?
This paper tries to give a balanced view of the pros and cons of non-consensual adoption by exploring the research, policy, law and the ethical implications for children and birth parents.
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Why is it important?
It questions the validity of a key policy driver in the UK
Perspectives
I hope this paper adds a critical voice to the pursuance of adoption at the expense of other options for ensuring children are safe and cared about.
Dr Joe Smeeton
University of Sheffield
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This page is a summary of: The End of Non-Consensual Adoption? Promoting the Wellbeing of Children in Care, Practice, March 2016, Taylor & Francis,
DOI: 10.1080/09503153.2016.1164131.
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