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Is adoption legislation necessary? An introduction to a century of debate

This paper is the first in a series of reflections as part of the programme convened by children’s charity Coram (formerly The Foundling Hospital) addressing the experiences through time of all affected by adoption, the academic study and development of research and contemporary practice to inform how adoption might continue and advance in future.

Published 26 January 2026

AllChild Impact Programme Report

As the Learning Partner evaluating AllChild’s expansion of the Impact Programme into Wigan, we have produced this summary report to share insights from the first year of our two‑year learning partnership.

Published 20 January 2026

Bright Spots: From Surviving to Thriving

One in three (32%) young care leavers report having low wellbeing, according to new analysis from the largest survey of its kind, published by the Coram Institute for Children.

Published 17 December 2025
Published 10 December 2025
Published 21 November 2025 By Dr Amelia Smith

Coram Institute Prospectus

The Coram Institute will be the only think tank dedicated to the future of children, working with partners and young people to learn from the past, examine current needs and create better chances for the next generation.

Published 16 October 2025