THE ADOPTION AUTHORITY OF IRELAND
Our Mission
"To ensure the provision of the highest possible standards of adoption related services, throughout the lifelong adoption process, with the best interest of children as the first and paramount objective"
The Adoption Authority of Ireland was established as an independent regulatory body on 1st November, 2010 following the enactment of the Adoption Act 2010
Our Goals
To achieve the highest standard in the regulation and operation of adoption services in Ireland.
To apply informed and balanced decision-making in adoption services, in accordance with national and international law and evidence-based practice.
To inform and influence adoption policy and service delivery by reason of a practical understanding of the operations of the legislation through the provision of a comprehensive information, research and communications framework.
To plan and implement the changes required in organisation policies and operational procedures in line with emerging legislative changes.
To maintain an efficient, competent, accountable and learning organisation.
Latest News
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19 Jul 2019Radio Interview, 18th JulyRead more →Our CEO Patricia Carey speaking on Morning Ireland, RTE Radio 1 Thursday 18th July, discussing the 2018 Annual Report and the ongoing preparation for the Adoption (Information and Tracing) Bill 2016.
Listen here
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27 Jun 2019Assistant Principal Officer CompetitionRead more →The Adoption Authority of Ireland is recruiting an Assistant Principal Officer. Click here for more information.
The closing date for receipt of completed applications is 12 noon on Wednesday 31st July 2019. Please see the attached documents for further details.
If you would like a Word version of the Application Form please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. no later than 5pm on Friday 26th July. Include AP Competition in the subject line.
