Quote by Natalie Nichols Gillespie

Every November on National Adoption Day, courts set aside time to finalize adoptions from foster care that might otherwise be delayed for months, and communities celebrate adoption with retreats, proclamations, and other events. National Adoption Day was started in 2000 and has grown each year. In 2004, courts and community organizations finalized the adoptions of more than 3,400 children from foster care as part of 200 National Adoption Day events in 37 states.

Every November on National Adoption Day, courts set aside ti

Summary

This quote explains the significance and purpose of National Adoption Day, which is observed every November. It highlights the main activities that take place on this day, such as courts expediting the adoption process for children in foster care and communities coming together to celebrate adoption through various events. The quote also mentions the growth of National Adoption Day since its inception in 2000, with statistics from 2004 showing a substantial number of adoptions being finalized across multiple states. It emphasizes the importance of this annual day in promoting and facilitating the adoption of children in need of permanent homes.

By Natalie Nichols Gillespie

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