Adoption Matching Bitesize Sessions

Published by NIROMP 03-09-24 in collaboration with Adoptionengland.co.uk

Dear colleague,

We are delighted to share with you the Adoption Matching Bitesize Sessions for the Matching Learning Programme with Adoption England.  

The bitesize sessions will allow for an in-depth examination of a wide range of topics related to family finding and matching and will endeavour to incorporate the matching practice standards.  

The next session on September 11 (9:30-10:30) is focussed on ‘Transracial Adoption’ where information will be shared on the AFDiT framework, designed to assist in identifying the intricacies of transracial matching and decision-making.  

To sign up to this and all upcoming bitesize sessions please follow the Eventbrite link below:

Further info 

The series will be facilitated by Adoption England and each session will be presented by colleagues across the sector. The guest speakers will also be joined by experts by experience, who are people with lived experiences of adoption. They will share their personal journeys with participants.  

The sessions are open to all professionals involved in adoption, this includes family finders, recruitment and assessment practitioners, all other adoption professionals, as well as adoption panel membership, IROs, fostering services. The invitation extends to professional at all levels.  

The learning from the sessions can be disseminated by those attending but all sessions will be recorded and uploaded on the Adoption England website and will be accessible via a YouTube channel.  

 

The bitesize sessions are free, but registering in advance for each event is required. We have included the bitesize sessions schedule below and will promote each event two weeks before the event date.  

PLEASE NOTE: The Teams Meeting link to join the session will be emailed direct to you via our NationalWork Inbox prior to the event. In the meantime, please place event date and time in your calendar as a placeholder. 

  

Booking on sessions: 

1. Ensure the session is booked under the details of the person attending 

2. Check the email address is spelt correctly to ensure you receive the confirmation 

3. If you do not plan to attend, please do not email us please just cancel your Eventbrite ticket. 

Q . Can I book a ticket for a colleague? 

A . It is best to book your own tickets but if you need to book a ticket for a colleague then ensure you make the booking using only their details. 

Duplicate bookings or bookings made by an individual without an invite to the event may be cancelled without notice. 

  

Coming Schedule for 2024/2025 

• 09 Oct 24: Family finding events and the effectiveness of direct connections 
• 13 Nov 24: Matching for Siblings  
• 05 Dec 24: Key steps and consideration for family finding and matching  
• 21 Jan 25: Preparing and supporting children to move to adoption 
• 19 Feb 25: Adoption support for children and families impacted by adoption 
• 11 Mar 25: Maintaining significant relationships to support identity needs of children 

We look forward to welcoming you, and thank you in advance for your valued time and contributions.  

Please do not hesitate to get in touch with any queries, and we will be happy to assist further. For any questions or queries please contact ruby.shah@nationaladoption.leeds.gov.uk.  

If out of office please contact: National Work NationalWork@adoptionengland.co.uk

Website: Adoptionengland.co.uk