Post Adoption Resource Centre

Call Directions Website Contact the organization

Post Adoption Resource Centre Specialised post adoption support services in NSW for people who are affected by adoption.

05/11/2026

We have updated the Men's Voices Project The resource, 'Listening to Adopted Voices; Insights from Lived Experience' and is now available on our website for anyone to access. Please have a read and feel free to share with others who you think may benefit from this important work. (Click in link below and it will take you to article).

20/10/2026

PARC would like to update the link to watch the Broken Bonds Memorial is not out as of yet. DCJ advised that the footage is being edited and interviews also being added from the day. When the link is ready, we will share it on this page.

The next online Mothers group will be on Tuesday the 13th of October. 9:30am-11:30 am QLD time10:30am-12:30pm NSW timeP...
01/10/2026

The next online Mothers group will be on Tuesday the 13th of October.

9:30am-11:30 am QLD time
10:30am-12:30pm NSW time

Please RSVP by Wednesday 7th of October to book.

Unveiled on the anniversary of the 2012 Apology by the NSW Government, the ‘Stolen Hearts – Broken Bonds Memorial’ provi...
22/09/2026

Unveiled on the anniversary of the 2012 Apology by the NSW Government, the ‘Stolen Hearts – Broken Bonds Memorial’ provides a solemn place for remembrance of the legacy of forced adoption in NSW.

The memorial, commissioned through the Memorial Consultative Committee and funded by the NSW Government, is a sculpture crafted by acclaimed Australian artist Christophe Conder which marks the grief and ongoing loss felt by the families subjected to these practices.

Surrounded by landscaped gardens, the new memorial is in the Parramatta North Precinct and joins the nearby sites of the Parramatta Female Factory and Parramatta Girls Home as significant monuments in the State’s history of women and children.

The PARC team at The Benevolent Society, attended to support people who attended and it so meaningful for the team to be part of this event.

Minister for Families and Communities Kate Washington said:
“This memorial will remain a permanent testament to the wrongs committed against these families and the courage of the survivors who brought to light what happened in shadows.

“This memorial has been a long time coming, and I am deeply grateful to everyone involved for the enormous work put in to establish this important place of remembrance in the State's history."

Member for Parramatta Donna Davis said:
“It is my honour to welcome the Stolen Hearts – Broken Bonds Memorial to the historic fabric of Parramatta.
“Parramatta has a unique connection to those impacted by forced adoption and it is appropriate that we honour these stories and welcome visitors from across the State and country who come to learn and reflect on the past.”

Memorial Consultative Committee Chair Dr Amy Conley Wright, Professor of Child and Family Social Work, The University of Sydney, said:
“Separating mothers from their babies caused profound grief and loss that endures across lifetimes and generations.
“The NSW Government apology was an important milestone in recognising the experiences of those affected and acknowledging the profound harm that was done.

“This memorial provides a permanent place for remembrance and reflection, honouring those affected and ensuring this painful chapter of our history and its impact is never forgotten.”

For those who could not attend the event, it was recorded and DCJ have shared soon it will be placed on their website for people to view it, we will also share on this page when it's available.

https://dcj.nsw.gov.au/news-and-media/media-releases/2026/memorial-to-historical-forced-adoption-practices-unveiled.html

We recognise that Father's Day can be a day where feelings of loss and longing surface for some in the adoption communit...
06/09/2026

We recognise that Father's Day can be a day where feelings of loss and longing surface for some in the adoption community. Often these days come heavy with the expectations of others on how you should be. How will you navigate the day? How will you care for yourself if you are experiencing difficult emotions? Can you create some space to allow the emotions to surface, to give them space, to tend to the hurt parts you carry? Remember to reach out for help if you feel overwhelmed.

If you are struggling and need help please reach out for support to these 24/7 helplines:

Lifeline: 13 11 14 or text 0477 13 11 14

Su***de Call Back Service: 1300 659 467

Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636

MensLine Australia: 1300 78 99 78

13YARN: 13 92 76

The NSW Memorial Consultative Committee & Department of Communities and Justice invite you to attend the formal unveilin...
02/09/2026

The NSW Memorial Consultative Committee & Department of Communities and Justice invite you to attend the formal unveiling of the Stolen Hearts Broken Bonds memorial acknowledging the NSW Apology for past Forced Adoption practices.

The memorial represents and acknowledges the pain and loss for mothers, fathers, sons, daughters, and families affected by past practices that have had lasting trauma for generations.

The memorial will provide a permanent place of recognition, reflection, and remembrance for survivors and will stand as a lasting testament to truth, remembrance, and healing and as
a memorial for those no longer with us.

This memorial is a significant milestone in acknowledging these experiences.

Event details

Date: Sunday 20 September 2026

Time: Arrive from 10am for a 10.30am start

Venue: Open Air Pavilion adjacent to The Green, Parramatta North Precinct

Address: 5 Fleet Street, North Parramatta NSW 2151

Morning tea will be provided at the conclusion of formalities.

For more details and to RSVP, visit the following link: https://events.humanitix.com/nsw-forced-adoption-memorial-unveiling

Please RSVP by Friday 11 September 2026.

If you are unable to attend the Forced Adoption Memorial Unveiling in person, you can watch the event online via Microsoft Teams.
Livestream link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/411303038729182?p=jOgZ5uoUgkBc5KHifn

You do not need a Microsoft Teams account to join.
Click the livestream link provided in your invitation.
Your internet browser may ask whether you would like to open Microsoft Teams. If you do not have Teams installed,
select Continue on this browser or Join on the web instead.
If prompted, allow your browser to use Microsoft Teams.
Enter your name when prompted.
Select Join now.
You may be placed in a waiting area until the livestream begins. Please remain on the page and you will be admitted when the event is ready to commence.

Having trouble joining?

We recommend using Microsoft Edge or Google Chrome.
You do not need to download the Microsoft Teams app.
If the link does not open, try copying and pasting it into your internet browser.
Please ensure the sound on your computer, tablet or phone is turned on.
If you are joining from a mobile device, you may be prompted to download the Microsoft Teams app.

For all inquiries please contact [email protected]

PARC recently hosted social work student Eirlys Grice for her final University field placement. Eirlys undertook a Men's...
28/08/2026

PARC recently hosted social work student Eirlys Grice for her final University field placement. Eirlys undertook a Men's Voices Project for PARC while she was with the team.

The aim of the project was to engage with men who are an under-represented cohort in the post adoption sector and look at their experience of adoption, barriers to accessing support and what they have found helpful in their adoption journey. The project had 3 main methods for engagement; an anonymous survey, individual interviews and focus groups.

Eirlys was supported by the team to undertake this work and in particular by PARC Counselor and the student supervisor, Sarah King.

The collation of the findings has been produced into a PARC resource which we think can be of benefit for anyone considering post adoption support.

Thank you to each of the men who engaged in this work with us. We thank each of you for your time and generosity in sharing so openly with Eirlys and the team about your experience of adoption and accessing support.

The resource, 'Listening to Adopted Voices; Insights from Lived Experience' is now available on our website for anyone to access. Please have a read and feel free to share with others who you think may benefit from this important work.

https://www.benevolent.org.au/ArticleDocuments/199/Adopted%20Voices%20-%20Lived%20Experience%20Resource%20Booklet.pdf.aspx

Do you live in Melbourne? Are you an intercountry adoptee? If yes to these questions, then you are encouraged to registe...
11/08/2026

Do you live in Melbourne? Are you an intercountry adoptee? If yes to these questions, then you are encouraged to register to attend the upcoming Melbourne Wellbeing Workshop.

The session will be facilitated by fellow intercountry adoptee, certified breath worker and master coach, Nicky Hammond. This is an in-person event.

When: Sunday 30th August, 10.30am - 4pm
Where: Thornbury, Melbourne - full address provided upon RSVP
Cost: FREE

Register via the link: https://nickyhammondlifecoachingschedule.as.me/melbourne

The session includes:
Social connection & food
Trauma informed breathwork
Facilitated reflection and discussion

This event is funded by the Australian Government Department of Social Services and received through Relationships Australia South Australia, Intercountry Adoptee and Family Support Service (ICAFSS)

If you have any questions, you can reach out to Nicky directly via email: [email protected]

Do you live in or near Canberra? Are you an intercountry adoptee? If yes to these questions then you are encouraged to r...
10/08/2026

Do you live in or near Canberra? Are you an intercountry adoptee? If yes to these questions then you are encouraged to register to attend the upcoming Canberra Wellbeing Workshop. The session will be facilitated by fellow intercountry adoptee, certified breath worker and master coach, Nicky Hammond. This is an in-person event.

When: Saturday 19th September, 2pm - 7pm
Where: Lyneham, Canberra - full address provided upon RSVP
Cost: FREE

Register via the link: https://nickyhammondlifecoachingschedule.as.me/canberra

The session includes:
Social connection & food
Trauma informed breathwork
Facilitated reflection and discussion

This event is funded by the Australian Government Department of Social Services and received through Relationships Australia South Australia, Intercountry Adoptee and Family Support Service (ICAFSS)

If you have any questions, you can reach out to Nicky directly via email: [email protected]

Address

Level 2 7-11 The Avenue
Hurstville, NSW
2220

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+61295046788

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Post Adoption Resource Centre posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Organization

Send a message to Post Adoption Resource Centre:

Shortcuts

Share

Category

Nearby non profit organizations

Other Community Centers in Hurstville

Show All