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Movement for an Adoption Apology

The Movement for an Adoption Apology seeks recognition, acknowledgement and justice for the pain, grief and suffering of many thousands of first parents and the lifelong the trauma of their new-born infants who were taken for adoption, now adult adoptees.

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Survey on Mother and Baby Institutions (homes, hostels and hideaways)

As there has been very little research, we don't know how many homes and other places were used to conceal the 'plight' of unmarried mothers. If you, or a family member, spent time in one of these places, and you are willing to share some details, please complete our survey.

As first mothers were the people sent away, our questions are from the mother's perspective, however responses from others would be welcome.
This data will help us compile a more accurate list of these institutions.

Thank you.

Latest Posts

  • Why can’t they just say sorry?
  • Protest outside Parliament
  • Taken: Experiences of Forced Adoption
  • TUC Women’s Conference 2025
  • Small Things Like These

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BBC Documentary - May 2021

BBC Documentary by Duncan Kennedy: If you love your baby... Now on our Documentaries and Films page.

PM Julia Gillard, Apology Speech, Australia 2013

Now on our Documentaries and Films page.

EMAIL MAA: maa.adoptionapology@gmail.com

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The Movement for an Adoption Apology (MAA) will always be grateful to Baroness Bennett of Manor Castle, whose help and support have been invaluable.

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