Join host Eddie Elliott as he sits down with Jessie, who shares her journey of adopting siblings with additional needs. Throughout the conversation, Jessie offers invaluable insights into the adoption process, preparation, and emotional aspects. With candid discussion of challenges faced, Jessie emphasises the crucial role of supportive professionals in navigating the adoption journey effectively. Contact We Are Family & the Adoption Shared Team: Tweet us @WAFadoption #AdoptionShared * Tweet Eddie @Eddielliott * Email us hello@wearefamilyadoption.org.uk * Join us www.wearefamilyadoption.o ..read more

Join host Eddie Elliott as he sits down with Stephen, a dedicated father and experienced educator, to discuss the challenges and triumphs of advocating for children with special educational needs (SEN). From the intricacies of securing an Education Health Care Plan (EHCP) to the conversations between mainstream versus special schooling, Stephen shares his wealth of knowledge and personal experiences.  Contact We Are Family & the Adoption Shared Team: Tweet us @WAFadoption #AdoptionShared * Tweet Eddie @Eddielliott * Email us hello@wearefamilyadoption.org.uk * Join us www.wearefamilya ..read more

In this episode, Eddie meets Andrew who candidly shares his family's experience adopting a child with additional needs. Gain insights into the realities and hurdles faced by families navigating this unique journey. Contact We Are Family & the Adoption Shared Team: Tweet us @WAFadoption #AdoptionShared * Tweet Eddie @Eddielliott * Email us hello@wearefamilyadoption.org.uk * Join us www.wearefamilyadoption.org.uk We prioritise the privacy of guests and their children. All identifying information has been changed or removed. We provide guidelines to all of our guests about how and whether ..read more

This talk is part of our Big Give Christmas Challenge fundraising campaign . In exchange for listening, we ask that you make a donation at any level that you can, to our Big Give Christmas Challenge Fundraising Campaign - between midday 28th November to midday 5th November - raising vital funds to continue the work of We Are Family into our next decade. In this episode, Eddie meets We Are Family Co-Founders Miranda and Marie Louise for a very special episode celebrating WAF's 10th Anniversary.  Listen to Miranda and Marie Louise share their experiences of why they created We Are Family A ..read more

This talk is part of our Big Give Christmas Challenge fundraising campaign. In exchange for listening, we ask that you make a donation at any level that you can, to our Big Give Christmas Challenge Fundraising Campaign raising vital funds to continue the work of We Are Family into our next decade. Eddie meets We Are Family Co-Founders Miranda and Marie for a very special episode celebrating WAF's 10th Anniversary.  Listen to Miranda and Marie share their experiences of why they created We Are Family Adoption and the need for peer to peer communities for adopters. Membership to We Are Fa ..read more

Eddie meets Audrey Bouazizi, Head of Service for Adopt London South, part of the Adopt London RAA (Regional Adoption Agency) as she shares her experiences as a professional working in adoption and her views on the experiences of Black people within the adoption journey.  Contact We Are Family & the Adoption Shared Team: Tweet us @WAFadoption #AdoptionShared * Tweet Eddie @Eddielliott * Email us hello@wearefamilyadoption.org.uk * Join us www.wearefamilyadoption.org.uk ..read more

Eddie meets Tony who together with his white partner adopted sibling boys who are mixed heritage and white.  Tony shares his family's story and how they celebrate and understand their unique identities alongside navigating and embracing contact with the boys' birth mum.  Contact We Are Family & the Adoption Shared Team: Tweet us @WAFadoption #AdoptionShared * Tweet Eddie @Eddielliott * Email us hello@wearefamilyadoption.org.uk * Join us www.wearefamilyadoption.org.uk ..read more

Eddies meets Esther and hears about her journey to adopt siblings as a single parent.   Contact We Are Family & the Adoption Shared Team: Tweet us @WAFadoption #AdoptionShared * Tweet Eddie @Eddielliott * Email us hello@wearefamilyadoption.org.uk * Join us www.wearefamilyadoption.org.uk ..read more

In the first episode of this exciting season of Adoption Shared Black Voices, our host Eddie Elliott shares his story of becoming an adoptive dad with his good friend, and well known actress, Victoria Ekanoye. Contact We Are Family & the Adoption Shared Team: Tweet us @WAFadoption #AdoptionShared * Tweet Eddie @Eddielliott * Email us hello@wearefamilyadoption.org.uk * Join us www.wearefamilyadoption.org.uk ..read more

Eddie is joined by Jane, who is a step mum, birth mum, and adoptive mum of three boys.  Jane shares her family's adoption journey  and how their family dynamics have changed and developed over time.  Contact We Are Family & the Adoption Shared Team: Tweet us @WAFadoption #AdoptionShared * Tweet Eddie @Eddielliott * Email us hello@wearefamilyadoption.org.uk * Join us www.wearefamilyadoption.org.uk ..read more