Your story

BAAF wants your story

Do you have an interesting story to tell? Would you like to help BAAF raise awareness of adoption and fostering?

We receive many requests from the media who want to talk to people who have first hand experience. We believe hearing real stories is one of the most effective ways of engaging the public and giving them a greater understanding of adoption and fostering as well as raising awareness BAAF’s work.

If you are adopted or were fostered as a child, or you are an adoptive parent or a foster carer and feel you could help us at BAAF by being a media volunteer, please contact Jane Elston on 020 7421 2633 or email press@baaf.org.uk to find out more.

Noel’s HQ

A new show with Noel Edmunds, called ‘Noel’s HQ’ is looking for inspirational foster carers.

The show is produced by TwoFour Broadcast and will be shown on Sky One. The premise of the show is to reward people who have made significant contributions to society. They are currently looking for nominations for foster carers who have gone beyond above and beyond the call of duty. The lucky foster carer would be rewarded with significant prizes, such as a garden make-over.

If you know of anyone who you think might fit the bill please email Daniel Mellanby at Daniel.Mellanby@twofour.co.uk.

Adoption After 50

Journalist seeks inspirational stories of older adoptive parents to feature in magazine piece. I'd love to hear your family's story, in the hope that it can debunk adoption myths and inspire others to follow in your footsteps. Please get in touch with gaby@gabykoppel.com