Adoption Jigsaw was founded in 1978 by adopted adults, birth parents and adoptive parents for the purpose of lobbying for legislative change and more openness in adoption. Some changes came about in 1987, when adopted people were given the right to access records giving information about their birth parents, and in 1994 when birth parents were given similar rights regarding their children. Further
changes were proclaimed in June 2003. Though support and lobbying were Adoption Jigsaw’s initial priorities, partial funding from the Department for Child Protection enabled us to expand and professionalise our service, whilst maintaining the level of understanding that only personal, first hand experience of adoption can provide. Jigsaw is managed by a volunteer committee of people directly involved in adoption. We employ a professionally qualified coordinator/counsellor to provide most client services. All our staff has long term experience in adoption issues, some are personally involved. We are fortunate and grateful to have the assistance of volunteers to help with search and various administrative tasks. We are financed by government grants, fees charged and donations. We have Preferred Service Provider Status. All donations are welcomed.
