'We've not been treated any differently'...David & Michael's adoption story

'We've not been treated any differently'...David & Michael's adoption story

A common myth that still exists is that you cannot adopt if you are LGBTQ+ and single or in a relationship. But that is just not true. Same sex families have had the right to adopt since December 2005, when The Adoption and Children Act 2002 came into law. This legislation gave unmarried couples and same sex couples the right to adopt.

In this episode we are talking to David who, along with husband Michael adopted their two boys. We find out about their adoption story, how they came to adopt and also what advice they would give to anyone from the LGBTQ+ community who is thinking about adopting.

If hearing David & Michael’s story has inspired you to find out more about adoption, why not visit our website www.adoptionnow.org.uk . There you will be able to download our free information pack, browse our FAQ’s page and listen to the whole back catalogue of Adopter stories by adoption now podcasts! You will also be able to fill in our online enquiry form. Alternatively you can call our information line on 01204 336096, our information line is open 9am – 5pm Monday to Friday.


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