Hague Convention on Intercountry Adoption

The Hague Convention on Intercountry Adoption is an international agreement designed to ensure that adoptions between countries are conducted ethically, safely, and transparently. It aims to protect the rights and well-being of adopted children, preventing illegal or harmful practices such as child trafficking. The Convention sets standards for countries to follow, including proper documentation, thorough screening of adoptive families, and cooperation between governments. Its goal is to make international adoptions fair, trustworthy, and in the best interests of the child.