Adoption Research
We believe better information leads to better outcomes for children and families. At the National Council For Adoption, we work to deepen understanding of adoption—across foster care, private domestic, and international pathways.
The Importance of Adoption Research
Policymakers and legislators look to research-based facts and statistics to inform their decision-making. Professionals draw from the most recent studies and reports to better understand the needs of the populations they are serving and identify areas for growth in their work. Members of the media, authors, and other content creators look to NCFA's expertise to help them identify the most relevant and accurate information about adoption as they cover current events and raise awareness about stories and issues in adoption.
Our research brings together data, professional expertise, and lived perspectives to generate insights that help adopted children and their families thrive. Through original studies and collaboration with experts across disciplines, we provide accurate, reliable, and up-to-date research that informs and equips professionals, policymakers, and the public to improve and strengthen adoption.
Adoption by the Numbers
A comprehensive look at adoption statistics and trends across foster care, private domestic, and intercountry adoption in the United States.
Profiles in Adoption
Detailed reports highlighting the experiences and characteristics of adoptive parents, birth parents, and adult adoptees, offering key insights on adoption in the U.S.
Compensation & Benefits Report
For Private Adoption Agencies
An exclusive benefit of NCFA membership
A snapshot of compensation and benefits across private adoption agencies, this report reveals how organizations are attracting and retaining staff in a changing field. Grounded in real data from agencies nationwide, it offers actionable insights into salaries, benefits, and workplace practices shaping the future of adoption services.
