The Hague Convention on Adoption

The Hague Convention on Adoption is an international treaty that standardizes and safeguards the process of intercountry adoptions. It aims to protect the best interests of the child by ensuring that adoptions are legal, ethical, and transparent across participating countries. The Convention sets procedures for verifying the child's background, the suitability of adoptive parents, and the prevention of child trafficking. It also promotes cooperation among countries’ adoption authorities to facilitate safe and responsible adoption practices, reducing the risks of exploitation and ensuring that children find permanent, caring homes ethically and legally.