Adoption Online Connection
A service for birth parents and adoptive families. Prospective adoptive parents pay a small fee to be listed in the index and have their photos and biographic sketch posted online.

Adopt: Assistance, Information, Support
This helpful Web house gathers state-by-state information on adoptive children, adoption laws, surrogacy, infertility and more. Sign up for adoption-related e-mail lists and join bulletin board discussions with birth mothers, adoptive parents and other members of the adoption community.

AdoptioNetwork
Dip into a showcase of resources, links and information for birth parents, adoptive parents and adoptees alike.

International Adoption and Child Abduction
According to the State Department's Office of Children's Issues, in 1996 U.S. citizens adopted over 11,300 foreign born children. Here's more information including stats on international adoption, as well as international parental child abduction.

DivorceNet
Embrace a collection of resources on marriage, marital assets, paternity, divorce, custody and related topics. Thumb through a directory of divorce resources in all states. Read articles from the Family Law Advisor newsletter. And don't be shy, jump into DivorceNet's forums to talk about family law matters such as "stepfamily values," domestic violence issues, and concerns of second wives.

DivorceInfo
Alabama lawyer and mediator Lee Borden compiles helpful information on surviving "one of the cruddiest experiences you'll ever face."

Divorce Mediation
Interested in sitting down with your spouse with an experienced neutral mediator to resolve issues in your divorce? Here's a trend in family law that may work for you.

Children

Alliance for Non-Custodial Parents Rights
Deadbeat dads aside, meet a group of fathers and others "dedicated to the elimination of criminal penalties for non-custodial parents who have fallen victim to unfair child support enforcement orders."

Child Support Enforcement
Child Support Enforcement (CSE) is one of several companies that help parents collect court-ordered child support payments. Their feature on what it costs to raise a child will help you build your budget.

Federal Office of Child Support Enforcement
Visit the federal government office established in 1975 under the Social Security Act to ensure that children are financially supported by both their parents. Read reports, handbooks, newsletters and more, in both English and Spanish. Follow links to related agencies in your area.

Domestic Partners and Gay Marriage

The Equal Marriage Rights Homepage
The latest news on legislation for same-sex marriages organized by state, plus an extensive casefile on Baehr v. Miike, a landmark Hawaii case concerning same-sex marriage. Also includes in-depth information on marriage rights throughout the fifty states.

Forum on the Right to Marriage
Check out this advocacy group's site for a primer on same-sex marriage rights and a history of legal advances for same-sex marriage. You'll also discover a sample wedding invitation, just in case you're scratching your head over how to invite friends and family to your impending nuptials.

Partners Task Force for Lesbian and Gay Couples
A guide on safeguarding your same-sex partnership and dispelling myths on same-sex partnerships. Personal essays from same-sex couples who wish to marry, as well as a photo gallery of happily committed couples.

Domestic Violence

Legal Aid for Abused Women
LAAW is a nonprofit organization that provides legal help to victims of emotional, sexual and physical abuse. The group's ongoing pilot projects in Alabama and Virginia offer legal aid in connection with protective orders, child support, custody, separation and divorce proceedings.

Men Against Domestic Violence
Is violence against women "a men's issue"? Are child and spouse abuse epidemics in America? According to surveys, 73 percent of male abusers were abused as children. From a concerned coalition of men, read an FAQ and stats on domestic violence. Read about hidden issues such as male rape and fatal child neglect. Visit support groups and related sites such as Safety Net.

Sexual Assault Information Page
It's a gruesome subject but hats off to webmaster Chris Bartley's award-winning information and referral service covering all types of sexual violence. This well-organized clearinghouse throws open doors to information and resources for victims and concerned netizens. Menus including date rape, incest, domestic violence, ritual abuse, sexual harassment, prevention, offenders, awareness, counseling, literature, even poetry.

Violence Against Women Office
In 1994, Congress passed the landmark Violence Against Women Act, instituting penalties and allocating resources for law enforcement in crimes against the majority gender. Visit the Web office responsible for focusing and coordinating Department of Justice efforts to combat violence against women. Read press reports, testimony, crime statistics and legislation. With help and services for victims.

Family Law Links
California attorney Patricia L. Trent presents a good round-up of family law information and materials for non-lawyers. Don't miss her wisdom on "Common Mistakes in Family Law," including relying on verbal agreements about child support, and waiting too long before contacting a lawyer.

Uniform Matrimonial, Family, and Health Laws Locator
What does the law say? You don't have to be a lawyer to read the text of state adoption, custody, divorce, family support and related statutes.

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