We're joining the ASGSF Campaign Group to collect stories from our community of parents, kinship carers, therapists, and young people to create a wave of evidence that demands a rethink. Visit to www.asgsfprotest.comshare your story.
#ASGSF #HelpingFamiliesHeal #KinshipCare #AdoptionSupport
Disappointed that Labour MPs voted against increasing the #ASGSF tonight. We are told tough choices need to be made, but the Department for Education spent nearly £50m on ads last year—up £15m in two years. Halving that could restore vital therapeutic support for thousands of children.
Read the latest blog by our CEO, Jay, reflecting on the current adoption support consultation. It's an important opportunity to shape the future... www.familyfutures.co.uk/jays-blog-a-critical-mom... #adoptionsupport #kinshipcare #ASGSF
"I whole heartedly agree!" Jay Vaughan MBE, CEO of Family Futures. #ASGSF
“...This consultation is a vital opportunity…” Jay Vaughan MBE, CEO of Family Futures
Read the full statement here
www.familyfutures.co.uk/family-futures-responds-to-the-governments-announcement-on-the-future-of-the-asgsf/
#asgsf #adoptionsupport #kinship #support
The extension of the #ASGSF until March 2028 will come as a relief to many families and providers after months of uncertainty. However, many will still struggle to get the support they need as individual grants remain cut.
Early support stops placement breakdowns. Listen to the full episode and find out more about becoming a parent through our iAdopt at www.familyfutures.co.uk #adoption #support #YouCanAdopt #ASGSF
Grateful to CYP Now for covering our paper with Adoption UK, Kinship, Barnardo's, Coram & CoramBAAF, shaping the gov’s public engagement on #ASGSF. As CEO Satwinder Sandhu notes, the commitment is welcome—the test is in the delivery. Read below: www.cypnow.co.uk/content/news...
At Psychology Associates we were inspired to see Anna Maxwell Martin campaigning for the reverse of Government cuts for Adoption and Special Guardianship Support Funding. We stand proud alongside those advocating for the vital support these families deserve. #ASGSF
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This morning, Clare Solomons and Anna Maxwell Martin appeared on Good Morning Britain to discuss our campaign to reverse the cuts made to the #ASGSF. @asgsfprotest.bsky.social
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Clare Solomons, campaigner, will be joining Anna Maxwell Martin to talk about the devastating cuts to the ASGSF @goodmorningbritain.bsky.social The exclusive interview should be broadcasting at just after 07:30.
#pennywiseandpoundfoolish
#fundnoworpaylater
#carenotcuts #ASGSF
Statement on Community Care article:
“45% rise since 2022 in number of children waiting for adoption, as adopter numbers plummet”
Follow the link:
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#fundnoworpaylater #ACutTooFar #asgsf @adoptionuk.bsky.social @cvaauk.bsky.social @wearecoram.bsky.social
The Impossible Choice
36% of families answering our survey have been forced to make this choice since the cuts to the ASGSF were made.
These cuts must be reversed
The government must listen.
Survey Report: asgsfprotest.com/pcsurveyapril2…
#fundnoworpaylater #ACutTooFar #asgsf #carenotcuts
Families have been plunged into crisis and put at risk because of the cuts to the ASGSF. Stability at home and family relationships damaged…
Full Report:
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Summary Report:
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#ACutTooFar #fundnoworpaylater #asgsf #carenotcuts
The stark reality of the cuts to the ASGSF from:
Key Finding 3
Families have seen a deterioration in their Children’s mental health.
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Summary link:
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#fundnoworpaylater #ACutTooFar #asgsf #carenotcuts
🚨Damning Report shows Devastating Impact of Brutal Cuts to Adoption and Kinship Support Fund #ASGSF
We release the findings from our national survey of adoptive parents, special guardians and kinship carers.
The results are stark.
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Thank you to @peterstefanovic.bsky.social for raising the profile of our campaign to reverse the brutal cuts to the #ASGSF - a lifeline for some of the most vulnerable children and young adults in England.
Sign and share our open letter: asgsfprotest.com/add-your-sig...
Good! Would welcome a position from The Green Party on brutal cuts to #ASGSF - lifeline fund for adopted & kinship children, and some of the most vulnerable in England. Sign & share our open letter to Minister for Children and Families, Josh MacAlister? Thank you.
asgsfprotest.com/add-your-sig...
The #ASGSF is being extended for another year. Welcome news, but it’s not enough. Adoptive and kinship families deserve appropriately funded, stable, effective support, not short-term extensions and vague promises.
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The future of the Adoption Support Fund (ASGSF) is being debated in Parliament. The Society has submitted evidence to the debate, emphasising the importance of protecting this vital lifeline for adopted children and their families. Read more here: buff.ly/qP7rYmH
#ASGSF
Support which prevents further complications down the line makes sense both for wellbeing and financially. Today I spoke to campaigners and will continue to make this case to the Government.
@libdems.org.uk will continue to advocate for carers of all kinds and people they care for.
#ASGSF #Carers
Adoption professionals: We know #ASGSF changes hasn't just cut support—they’ve forced many to adapt quickly to evolving therapeutic needs of adoptive families. Join @sussex.ac.uk & @worcesteruni.bsky.social focus groups or 121 interviews to shape future funding
👉 bit.ly/47buKHN
🚨 Parents/carers affected by #ASGSF delays/cuts: Have your say! 🚨
📋 Fill out a 5–10 min survey to share how changes have impacted your family.
📅 Deadline: Mon 29 Aug
🕒 Early responses needed!
📢 Amplify adoptive families voices to show the impact of cuts and shape the Fund’s future: bit.ly/46LBrA0
With thanks to @clivejonesmp.bsky.social for his continued advocacy and permission to publish this letter.
More including a call to action here: www.facebook.com/permalink.ph...
#fundnoworpaylater #ACutTooFar #asgsf #carenotcuts
Parliament started summer recess this week, and that means no #ASGSF decision until September.
Here's our blog about it 👇
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We need 1. A full & proper consultation prior to any decisions about future reform & 2. An adoption support model with fair access for all children
Today CVAA & @adoptionuk.bsky.social @wearecoram.bsky.social @kinshipcharity.bsky.social @barnardos.org.uk @familyrightsgp.bsky.social wrote to @bphillipsonmp.bsky.social calling for an urgent review of the April #ASGSF changes, confirmation of funding in 2026 & full consultation on future reforms
Thank you to @alisonebennett.bsky.social for continuing to fight for the needs of adoptive and kinship children.
We need more MPs to take action like this.
Tag your MP and ask them to do just that.
#fundnoworpaylater #ACutTooFar #asgsf #carenotcuts
*Trigger Warning, suicidal ideation*
Link to helpings and resources on the Facebook post, as well as the testimonial.
#ACutTooFar #asgsf #fundnoworpaylater #CareNotCuts
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*STATEMENT FROM ACTION AGAINST ASGSF CHANGES*
On Wednesday we met with Sarah Johal and colleagues at Adoption England. This meeting was in response to our open letter to Rachel Reeves.
To read the full statement: www.facebook.com/permalink.ph...
#fundnoworpaylater #ACutTooFar #asgsf #carenotcuts
An important new report with stark findings about the daily lived experiences of adoptive families navigating teenage years @thepotatogroup.bsky.social . Calls for a more trauma responsive approach to #adoptionsupport must be factored into govt's current consideration of the future of the #ASGSF
