As a government leader, you are in a position to make a difference for the 129,000 children waiting in foster care to be adopted. These children will spend multiple birthdays without the love and support a forever family provides, and 25,000 will emancipate from care without ever having the promise of their one day fulfilled. Here are some examples for how you can become involved in National Adoption Day efforts in your state. For additional ideas to support National Adoption day, download the appropriate guide.
Governor Issue a proclamation in support of National Adoption Day and begin a state-wide campaign to encourage foster care adoption among your constituents. National Adoption Day Guide - Governor (PDF)
Judge Assist in coordinating a local National Adoption Day event and pass a court resolution in support of National Adoption Day. National Adoption Day Guide - Judge (PDF)
Legislator Call your colleagues and encourage them to promote National Adoption Day and issue a press release to raise public awareness about the need for foster care adoption. National Adoption Day Guide - Legislator (PDF)
Mayor Issue a proclamation and write an Op-Ed for your local newspaper in support of National Adoption Day and to raise awareness of foster care adoption. National Adoption Day Guide - Mayor (PDF)
Spreading awareness of National Adoption Day through positive media coverage is vital to the success and growth of the event. The Guide to Working with the Media is your how-to resource to successfully work with your local media. Also check out the Media Guide for Press Secretaries for sample press releases from previous years, a template Op-Ed, and more! News
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