Adoption professionals who work on adoption or adoption-related professional services, probably share our enthusiasm for ensuring that all children have a loving, permanent family. AAO is dedicated to assisting you by connecting you with reliable resources, training, knowledge, and a network of other professionals.

Adoption is an important part of your life, and we recognize that it comes with a range of feelings and experiences. AAO is a reliable resource that can help you connect with other adopted people, find answers to your questions, or obtain assistance on how to handle the search and reunion process.

As a guardian, giving a child up for adoption is a difficult decision and at the same time a decision that serves the best interest of the adopted child. Your connection with the child is legally maintained and always a vital part of your child's journey. AAO supports your quest for specific needs for pre-adoption and post-placement support and care. AAO’s resources are intended to educate and support you.

Adoption is possible beginning conception. Adoption for your child can be stressful, confusing, and frightening. You want to make the greatest decision possible for your child, and you'll need accurate, dependable information and resources to do it. AAO is here to assist you learn about your rights, the legal system, and how to be your own best advocate. It's your choice, but it doesn't have to be made alone.

AAO recognizes that as an adopter, you have special joys as well as unique challenges in satisfying your children's needs. We are here to help you by guiding you through the adoption legal process, understanding your rights and obligations or connecting you with other adopters for exchange of information.

Orphanages can be both government or private orphanages. Orphanages are endowed with being the artificial parent of the child that resides in them and they do have the right to decide on the fate of the child. AAO’s resources will help in educating and supporting you.