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  • Domestic Adoption at Spence-Chapin for Arizona Families May 05, 2026

    Do you live in Arizona and are considering adopting an infant? Learn about Spence-Chapin’s Domestic Adoption Program for Arizona families! This free webinar is the first step for families interested in applying to Spence-Chapin as all webinar attendees will receive a Domestic Adoption Program application. Our team will share details the application process, open adoption, demographics of the children in need of adoption, the matching process, options counseling for birth parents, and more!

    Bring your questions! The meeting will include ample opportunity to have your questions answered.

    Spence-Chapin’s Domestic Adoption Program is open to residents of Arizona, New York, and New Jersey. Please register for a webinar event that corresponds with the state where you live by visiting our Events Calendar.

    If you are unable to register for this webinar, please contact us to learn about other upcoming event opportunities or discuss additional pathways to grow your family through domestic infant adoption.

    DATE TIME
    05/05/2026 12:30 pm
    05/05/2026 01:30 pm

    https://spence-chapin.org/events/domestic-adoption-az-families-may-2026/?datetime=829

    Webinar
    AZ Time

    (347) 334-6219 (Phone)
    info@spence-chapin.org (Email)

  • Adult Adoptees & Former Foster Youth of Color Virtual Support Group May 05, 2026

    This is a free event open to adults of color who were adopted or are former foster youth. Space will be provided for participants to explore and share experiences around international adoption, foster care, transracial/interracial adoption, search and reunion, birth/first family and other topics of interest to the group.

    DATE TIME
    05/05/2026 08:30 pm
    05/05/2026 10:30 pm

    https://web.cvent.com/event/18fcf898-e406-45a0-8a66-8d9432d6b2cb/register?Refid=PactEventsCalendar

    Virtual

    (510) 243-9460 (Phone)
    info@pactadopt.org (Email)

  • Transracial Adoptive/Foster Parents Support Group May 06, 2026

    Join Pact’s Executive Director and fellow adoptive parent, Beth Hall, to find community and talk about transracial adoption, race and identity issues that may be coming up for you or members of your family. The focus for these calls is transracial adoption.

    These free calls are open only to current members of Pact. If you have not purchased a Pact membership (or your membership is not current) you can join at pactadopt.org.

    DATE TIME
    05/06/2026 07:00 pm
    05/06/2026 08:30 pm

    https://web.cvent.com/event/940abafb-0c28-4e68-84f7-529f4ab9127e/register?Refid=PactEventsCalendar

    Virtual

    (510) 243-9460 (Phone)
    info@pactadopt.org (Email)

  • The 37th Annual New York State Foster Care and Adoption Conference May 07, 2026

    For nearly four decades, the Adoptive and Foster Family Coalition of New York’s annual statewide conference has provided an opportunity for foster/kinship care/adoptive parents to be inspired, network and learn about the latest in the field. Aimed at parents and professionals alike, the conference brings leaders in the child welfare field to New York and offers a variety of topical workshops designed to deepen the knowledge of attendees, help to form connections with other parents and professionals and give attendees tools they can bring home and share in their community. Nationally known plenary speakers and workshop presenters share their knowledge and expertise to help participants gain perspective, increase skills, and learn to appreciate the positives.

    DATE TIME
    05/07/2026 All Day
    05/08/2026 All Day

    https://affcny.org/about/what-we-do/conference/

    Culinary Institute of America
    1946 Campus Drive
    Hyde Park, NY 12538

    info@affcny.org (Email)

  • Virtual Book Club for Adoptive, Foster, and Waiting Parents May 07, 2026

    Fee: $30.00

    You’re invited to join our first-ever Virtual Book Club!  This group will be co-facilitated by Michelle Sarao, and Yvonne Brown, Social Work interns at Spence-Chapin. Michelle is a domestic adoptee and parent; Yvonne is an adoptive parent. Over the course of 3 months we will read Telling the Truth to Your Adopted or Foster Child: Making Sense of the Past (Second Edition) by Betsy Keefer and Jayne E. Schooler (2015).
    Designed for adoptive, foster, and waiting parents, the book club will offer a safe and welcoming space for connection, reflection, and conversation. Participants will have the opportunity to share personal experiences, explore the themes of the book, and discuss practical ways to navigate parenting with honesty.
    While each of our families’ stories are unique, we share a responsibility to communicate truthfully with our children in ways that promote healing.
    DATE TIME
    05/07/2026 07:30 pm
    05/07/2026 09:00 pm

    https://spence-chapin.org/events/book-club-may-2026/?datetime=845

    Online

    (347) 334-6219 (Phone)
    community@spence-chapin.org (Email)

  • Adoptions From The Heart Spring Educational Series May 07, 2026

    Birth parents who placed their children 5–18 years ago will share their adoption journeys, how they chose their
    adoptive families, their current relationships with their children and adoptive families, and why maintaining open
    relationships matters. Each panelist brings a unique and powerful perspective. Join us as we elevate birth parent
    voices and honor their stories.

    DATE TIME
    05/07/2026 06:00 pm
    05/07/2026 07:30 pm

    https://afth.org/community-education/educational-series-seminars/

    Claire Robb
    (610) 642-7200 (Phone)
    Afthpr@afth.org (Email)

  • Peer Group: Reaching Families in Remote/Rural Areas May 12, 2026

    FREE!

    Post-permanency services are often concentrated in urban areas, leaving rural families with limited access to care. Geographic isolation, limited provider availability, and distinct cultural norms can make these communities harder to engage, especially when using traditional service delivery models. Join us as we examine barriers to program development and delivery and highlight creative strategies for building community-responsive post-permanency supports that reflect the unique realities of rural families.

    DATE TIME
    05/12/2026 03:00 pm
    05/12/2026 04:00 pm

    https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/43VbsB5CTuOyz7HPhOx_2w

    Zoom Meeting

  • Introduction to Adoption from South Africa May 12, 2026

    Our International Team is excited to host this webinar and to share information about adopting from South Africa. Spence-Chapin is proud to have the longest history of any US-based agency of facilitating adoption from South Africa and we work with adoptive families living across the entire United States. The South Africa program welcomes adoptive applicants regardless of marital status or sexual orientation. In this webinar we will discuss common medical and developmental needs of children who are currently living in South Africa and waiting for their forever families. We will provide an overview the adoption process. We look forward to answering any questions you may have about adoption in general and specific questions about adoption from South Africa.

    DATE TIME
    05/12/2026 05:00 pm
    05/12/2026 06:00 pm

    https://spence-chapin.org/events/intro-to-adoption-south-africa-may-2026/?datetime=761

    Zoom

    (212) 369-0300 (Phone)
    info@spence-chapin.org (Email)

  • BIPOC Adoptive Parents of Teens & Young Adults Support Call May 12, 2026

    Free, monthly  virtual support calls provide a safe space for BIPOC adoptive, foster and kinship parents of BIPOC teens and young adults.

    Join Raquel Vivanco, Director of the Adoptive Parents of Color Collaborative (APCC) and fellow adoptive parent, to find community and talk about parenting adopted and foster teens and young adults of color, including challenges, and helpful strategies. We will discuss how relationships shift as our young ones grow in their journey and how we can support ourselves and our loved ones.

    This call is for people of color who are parenting adopted/foster teens and young adults of color.  Please be respectful of their space.

    DATE TIME
    05/12/2026 07:30 pm
    05/12/2026 09:00 pm

    https://web.cvent.com/event/00105b2f-3115-429e-bf90-bb189dff9120/register?Refid=PactEventsCalendar

    Virtual

    (510) 243-9460 (Phone)
    info@pactadopt.org (Email)

  • Introduction to Adoption from Colombia May 13, 2026

    Join us to learn about our Colombia Adoption Program. Our Colombia Adoption Program is open to singles, married couples, unmarried couples, and welcomes LGBTQ+ parents. In this webinar, we will detail the pathways to adopt from Colombia, including pathways available to individuals without Colombian Heritage as well as pathways available to individuals who hold a Colombian Cedula. We will share information about the system of child protection in Colombia and will share photos of some of the children’s homes where children reside while in protective care. We will discuss common medical and special needs of children who are awaiting adoption in Colombia. We will speak about eligibility factors for prospective adoptive parents in Colombia. Bring your questions – we’ll save time for Q&A.

    DATE TIME
    05/13/2026 04:00 pm
    05/13/2026 06:00 pm

    https://spence-chapin.org/events/intro-to-adoption-colombia-may-2026/?datetime=767

    Zoom

    (212) 369-0300 (Phone)
    info@spence-chapin.org (Email)

  • Teen Voices of Adoption May 13, 2026

    Teen Voices of Adoption (V.O.A.) is a virtual community where adopted teens ages 13–17 from around the world can connect, meet peers, and have real conversations about the topics that matter most to them.

    Hosted by Rebecca Fiore, transracial adoptee born in Paraguay, and Adoptee Advocate. V.O.A. welcomes adopted people of all backgrounds to experience community amongst other adoptees.

    DATE TIME
    05/13/2026 06:00 pm
    05/13/2026 07:30 pm

    https://spence-chapin.org/events/teen-voa-may-2026/?datetime=754

    Zoom

    (212) 369-0300 (Phone)
    info@spence-chapin.org (Email)

  • Meet the Model: 24-Hour Phone Support Component May 13, 2026

    FREE!

    The Meet the Model series from the Post-Adoption Center introduces the core components of the Post-Permanency Model, designed to guide states, tribal nations and territories in delivering coordinated services to adoptive and guardianship families. The model is outlined in detail in the Post-Adoption Center’s Program Manual, which services as the blueprint for building comprehensive, community centered and accessible post-permanency services. We break down the 253-page manual into smaller pieces. This session focuses on the 24-Hour Phone Support Component.

    DATE TIME
    05/13/2026 03:00 pm
    05/13/2026 04:00 pm

    https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/f537rt_gTxm0ErPuKZWGgw

    Zoom Meeting

  • Voices of Adoption May 14, 2026

    Voices of Adoption (V.O.A.) is a virtual space for adopted people 18+ world-wide to join in conversation, meet peers and talk about the topics that are important to them. Hosted by Jessica M. Luciere, transracial adoptee born in Bogota, Colombia, and Manager of Community Engagement at Spence-Chapin, V.O.A. welcomes adopted people of all backgrounds to experience community amongst other adoptees.

    DATE TIME
    05/14/2026 06:00 pm
    05/14/2026 07:00 pm

    https://spence-chapin.org/events/voices-of-adoption-may-2026/?datetime=749

    Zoom

    (212) 369-0300 (Phone)
    info@spence-chapin.org (Email)

  • Explore Open Adoption Webinar May 14, 2026

    The webinar is a great way to learn more about Adoptions From The Hearts Open Adoption Program, which primarily places infants directly from the hospital.

    IMPORTANT NOTE: AFTH is currently only accepting applicants who are open to adopting children of all racial backgrounds and heritages. Because we are an open adoption agency and have seen an increase in requested visits, all prospective adoptive parents must also be open to a minimum of 2 in person visits per year with birth parents. Direct communication such as text, phone, or email is also commonly requested.

    As a private, non funded agency, there are fees associated with our services. AFTH can connect families to grant and finance coaching resources. If you would like fee information prior to the webinar, please email adoption@afth.org with your city and state, and we will connect you with your local office.

    DATE TIME
    05/14/2026 05:30 pm
    05/14/2026 07:30 pm

    https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/WJLGsVXCTBGHS1fCy3NIXA#/registration

    Zoom Meeting

  • Colombia Host-to-Adopt Program Info Session May 18, 2026

    Learn about Spence-Chapin’s innovative host-to-adopt program that prioritizes adoption for children from Colombia, ages 10-13 years old. For families who are open to older child adoption, this pathway provides both you and the child an opportunity to get to know each other and commence the bonding process during a multi-week hosting period in your home. Two different hosting periods are available – a five-week opportunity over the summer, or a three-week opportunity in December. Host families need to complete a home study with Spence-Chapin prior to being matched with a child for hosting, so now is the right time to learn more and get underway with your home study!

    This program is open exclusively to families residing in New York, New Jersey, Arizona, and Florida, so that our local social work team can fully support you and the child during the hosting period.

    • 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm Eastern Time
    •  5:00 pm – 6:00 pm AZ Time
    DATE TIME
    05/18/2026 08:00 pm
    05/18/2026 09:00 pm

    https://spence-chapin.org/events/host-to-adopt-may-2026/?datetime=855

    Online

    (347) 765-1293 (Phone)
    info@spence-chapin.org (Email)

  • Peer Group: Reaching Families in Remote/Rural Areas May 19, 2026

    FREE!

    Post-permanency services are often concentrated in urban areas, leaving rural families with limited access to care. Geographic isolation, limited provider availability, and distinct cultural norms can make these communities harder to engage, especially when using traditional service delivery models. Join us as we examine barriers to program development and delivery and highlight creative strategies for building community-responsive post-permanency supports that reflect the unique realities of rural families.

    DATE TIME
    05/19/2026 03:00 pm
    05/19/2026 04:00 pm

    https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/43VbsB5CTuOyz7HPhOx_2w

    Zoom Meeting

  • Webinar: La familia adoptiva: una perspectiva centrada en el niño (Español) (The Adoptive Family: A Child- centered Perspective, in Spanish) May 20, 2026

    Sin Costo (FREE Webinar)

    En muchas comunidades latinas evitamos hablar sobre la adopción por temor a confundir o dañar a nuestros hijos e hijas adoptivos. Posiblemente tengamos ciertas actitudes hacia los padres y las madres biológicos y las personas adoptadas que se basan más en mitos que en la realidad. En este seminario web, disiparemos algunos de los conceptos erróneos sobre la adopción y el acogimiento familiar, y aprenderemos cómo centrarnos verdaderamente en las necesidades de los niños adoptados. Hablaremos de la importancia del lenguaje y las conversaciones sobre la adopción, tanto con nuestros hijos como en nuestra comunidad. Exploraremos el valor de mantener relaciones abiertas con las familias biológicas, así como las diferentes etapas de desarrollo de los niños y jóvenes adoptados. Este seminario web se impartirá en español y es adecuado para padres adoptivos, familias de acogimiento, sus parientes y comunidad y los profesionales que los apoyan, tanto como trabajadores sociales como maestros de escuela.

    DATE TIME
    05/20/2026 02:00 pm
    05/20/2026 01:30 pm

    https://web.cvent.com/event/4ea7b4c4-23b3-4d57-a658-3686b5e83b72/register?Refid=PactEventsCalendar

    Virtual

    Raquel Vivanco

    (510) 243-9460 (Phone)
    info@pactadopt.org (Email)

  • Transracial Adoptive/Foster Parents of Teens & Young Adults Support Group May 20, 2026

    Join Pact’s Executive Director and fellow adoptive parent, Beth Hall, to find community and talk about parenting adopted and foster teens and young adults of color, including challenges, helpful strategies and how to support yourself and your loved ones.

    This call is free and open to current Pact members only. If you have not purchased a Pact membership (or your membership is not current) you can join at pactadopt.org.

    DATE TIME
    05/20/2026 07:00 pm
    05/20/2026 08:30 pm

    https://web.cvent.com/event/0642b525-135f-4396-a812-b78b17fd49eb/register?Refid=PactEventsCalendar

    Virtual

    Beth Hall

    (510) 243-9460 (Phone)
    info@pactadopt.org (Email)

  • Bridging the Gap: Preparing Expectant Parents for Open Adoption May 21, 2026

    DATE TIME
    05/21/2026 01:00 pm
    05/21/2026 02:30 pm

    https://adoptionsupport.org/webinars/

    Webinar

    Kelsy Vander Vliet Randyard

    (301) 476-8525 (Phone)
    caseadopt@adoptionsupport.org (Email)

  • LGBTQ+ Adoptive Parents May 21, 2026

    These free support groups provide safe space where LGBTQ+ adoptive and foster parents of children of color can find community and talk about their parenting joys and challenges, intersections with our own queer identities and helpful strategies.

    DATE TIME
    05/21/2026 07:00 pm
    05/21/2026 08:30 pm

    https://web.cvent.com/event/32d2810e-b9cb-4152-8767-d7132a9d9d8b/register?Refid=PactEventsCalendar

    Virtual

    (510) 243-9460 (Phone)
    info@pactadopt.org (Email)

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