Before an initiative is launched, as a practice, we initiate Field Research Studies to assess the situation and, to set directions for us. These studies culminate into White Papers which are of interest also, to the adoption community including the Government Departments and the media. The White papers are widely circulated. 2 such White papers have been issued. In view of the need to establish credibility standards for adoption agencies vis-à-vis good practices, we have initiated a full-fledged Research study.
White Paper on Adoption
CSA’s first White Paper on Adoption, was released in 2003. The objective of the Field Research Paper was to list and analyze the reasons for the low rates of adoptions in India, and then provide suggestions for interventions at various levels. We drew conclusions from earlier studies on the subject, and validated the findings of those studies, through our own field studies. 30 sets of respondents in each of 3 groups viz. Adoption agencies, Adoptive parents and Social workers were covered.
White Paper on Networking to enhance Indian Adoptions
CSA’s second White Paper - 'Networking to enhance Indian Adoptions', was released in March 2005. The objective of this paper was to examine the need and feasibility of networking across Adoption agencies, Orphanages and Destitute homes in the country, to create a virtual cycle whereby children legally eligible for adoption could move into adoption agencies and thus into adoption. The paper also identified interventions that are necessary for ensuring both, enhancements in the numbers as also, the quality of childcare.
Study on “Good Practices in Adoption”
Jointly with the Centre for Human Growth and Development (CHUGRAD), CSA have now, initiated a Research Study "Good Practices In Adoption : A Study of Processes and Methods in India". The study will identify strategies / programmes used by agencies, examine the specific challenges faced and measures used to overcome them and will culminate in detailed documentation of agency requirements for accredition in adoption and childcare.
