Protecting Children Means Listening to Their Stories

Protecting Children Means Listening to Their Stories

Roman Akafate
Published on: 05/05/2026

Listening to children’s stories is key to real protection and better care

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Why Adoption Should Be the Last Option

Why Adoption Should Be the Last Option

Roman Akafate
Published on: 04/05/2026

Why adoption should be the last option and the importance of family preservation

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How the Adoption System Can Lose Sight of the Child

How the Adoption System Can Lose Sight of the Child

Roman Akafate
Published on: 28/04/2026

How adoption systems can shift focus away from the child and their true needs

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Is There a Best Alternative to International Adoption?

Is There a Best Alternative to International Adoption?

Roman Akafate
Published on: 28/04/2026

Explore better alternatives to international adoption, focusing on family preservation, child protection and ethical ways to support vulnerable children

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