Belonging for all.

At the Belonging Network (formerly Adoptive Families Association of BC), we provide support, learning, and connection for adoptive and permanency families and youth from government care in BC.
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You belong here

Find support and resources for wherever you are on your adoption and permanency journey or your transition from government care. We’re here to help.
BEGINS APRIL 8

Connect Attachment program

This 10-week program is for adoptive parents of pre-teens and teens ages 8–18. Each week, you’ll learn practical tools, strategies, and insights to help strengthen family connections and support. The next Connect Attachment program will run from April 8 to June 10.

Programs & workshops

Everyone finding or raising a permanency family needs special support. So do youth who are moving from government care into adulthood. Learn with us and gain the skills and confidence you need to navigate adoption, permanency, or independent adulthood. All of our educational opportunities are offered online so you can join us from wherever you are.
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Introduction to Adoption and Permanency

This self-paced course is for anyone wanting to learn about adoption and permanency in BC, especially those interested in adopting from foster care.

Let's Connect

March 3: An online drop-in support group for anyone parenting children or youth through adoption or permanency. The group meets weekly, alternating between Mondays from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. and Tuesdays from 12 to 1 p.m.

Adopting Teens and Tweens

March 3: A free online info session for anyone considering adoption or interested in becoming a parent to a child or teen in need.

Our impact

In 2024-25, the Belonging Network made a difference for children, youth, and families.
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Families, children, and youth served in 2024-25 fiscal year
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Our impact

In 2024-25, the Belonging Network made a difference for children, youth, and families.
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Families, children, and youth served in 2024-25 fiscal year
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Years of helping families and youth thrive
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Registered users of AgedOut.com
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Give the gift of belonging

Donate today to help us find caring families for waiting children, support foster youth as they transition to adulthood, and give adoptive and permanency families a place to turn to for support and connection during their unique and challenging journeys.