Northern IrelandWelcome to the Northern Ireland community of Adopters. We have over 800 members in our local membership accessing our support groups and resources. If you are an approved adopter, you can apply for a fully funded Family Membership thanks to the Health and Social Care Board. Find out more about Family Membership Sign up for fully funded membership Contact us About us Information and support service Support groups Newsletter Library Useful Links Events Northern Ireland Useful Links For information on adopting in Northern Ireland Northern Ireland Adoption and Foster Care Other organisations Adopt NIIndependent N Ireland charity providing support for adults from the adoption and looked-after population. Includes counselling and a tracing service. Childrens Court Guardian Agency for Northern IrelandThe ‘voice’ for children who are subjects of public law and adoption proceedings before the courts in Northern Ireland. Children in Northern Ireland (CiNI)Umbrella organisation for the children's sector in Northern Ireland - represents the interests of the sector and provides support services to member organisations in their work with children and young people. Children's Law CentreProvides information and advice on children's rights and the law as it relates to children in Northern Ireland. General Registrar OfficeOffice in Belfast Tel: 0300 200 7890 - Visit the website- Takes applications for birth and adoption certificates- Tracing and contacting birth relatives and adopted adults NI Commissioner for Children and Young PeopleIncludes information on children's rights. SENAC - Special Educational AdviceSENAC provide information and advice on a range of issues including statutory assessments, statements of special educational needs, obtaining provision in school to ensure that children receive the right support and resources according to their learning needs. Manage Cookie Preferences