UNCC Intercountry Adoption Program

Facilitating Safe, Legal, and Ethical Adoptions Under the Hague Convention

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About UNCC – United Nationals Countryless Children

United Nationals Countryless Children (UNCC) is a registered, refugee-led charity committed to protecting and supporting vulnerable, displaced, and stateless children. As part of our child welfare mission, we operate a Hague-compliant Intercountry Adoption Program, linking eligible children from our programs in Kenya and Uganda with vetted families in Australia, while ensuring full legal, ethical, and child-centered compliance throughout the process.

UNCC works in close collaboration with national adoption authorities, community welfare departments, and international child protection agencies to ensure that all adoptions:

• Are in the best interests of the child

• Follow the legal frameworks of both the child’s country of origin and Australia

• Protect children from trafficking, exploitation, and unlawful adoption practices

 

UNCC Regional Offices Facilitating Child Adoption

🇰🇪 UNCC – Kenya Branch

Location: Comfort Plaza, Makongeni, Thika Road, Nairobi
Contact Person: Rhoda Musyimi
Phone: +254 715 177 103
Email: rhodamusyimi234@gmail.com

 

🇺🇬 UNCC – Uganda Branch

Location: Driver Corner, Terrego District, Arua
Managing Director: Kevin Nabbowa
Email: kevijathi@gmail.com

Additional Contact: Joy Ali

 

How Intercountry Adoption Works with UNCC

UNCC facilitates adoptions under The Hague Convention on Protection of Children and Co-operation in Respect of Intercountry Adoption, which ensures:

• Transparency and legal verification of a child’s eligibility for adoption

• Safeguards against child trafficking

• Full documentation and approval from central authorities in both countries

 

🇦🇺 For Australian Citizens Wishing to Adopt a Child from Kenya or Uganda

To adopt a child through UNCC’s Intercountry Adoption Program, prospective Australian adoptive parents must meet the following:

 

General Eligibility Criteria (as per Australian Law):

1. Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident

2. Be over 25 years old (at least one applicant in a couple)

3. Meet the legal, psychological, and financial suitability criteria

4. Pass a home study assessment conducted by the Australian state or territory adoption authority

5. Receive approval for intercountry adoption through the Australian Central Authority (Department of Social Services)

 

Adoption Process Overview – Kenya & Uganda to Australia

1. Application & Pre-Approval (Australia)

• Apply through your State or Territory Central Adoption Authority

• Complete home study assessment and education seminars

• Obtain approval for intercountry adoption

2. Matching with a Child (via UNCC)

• After approval, your profile is sent to UNCC Kenya or Uganda, where our local team identifies children legally cleared for adoption

• UNCC works with local authorities to confirm the child is eligible under The Hague Convention and no suitable local placement exists

3. Legal Adoption Proceedings (Kenya/Uganda Courts)

• Adoptive parents may be required to travel and reside for a specified time in the child’s country of origin

  • Kenya: Minimum 3-month residency before adoption finalization

  • Uganda: Traditionally 12-month residency is required, but exceptions may be granted with court approval or Guardianship Orders

• The adoption decree is issued by the High Court in the respective country

4. Visa & Travel to Australia

• Apply for a Child (Subclass 102) Visa through the Australian Department of Home Affairs

• The adopted child must meet health and character checks

• Once approved, the child can legally enter and live in Australia with full adoption status

 

UNCC’s Role in Intercountry Adoption

UNCC acts as a licensed child welfare partner, with responsibilities including:

• Identifying adoptable children through legal channels

• Conducting family tracing to ensure children are truly without caregivers

• Ensuring legal adoption status under Kenyan and Ugandan law

• Coordinating with Australian authorities for post-placement support

• Offering pre- and post-adoption counseling to both families and children

• Monitoring for ethical practices and full compliance with international standards

 

Adoption Support Services

Post-adoption, families can access counseling and support through:

• UNCC’s community and child wellbeing team

• Intercountry Adoptee and Family Support Service (ICAFSS) – in Australia

• Cultural education, adjustment support, and community connections

 

Stay Connected with UNCC

Website: www.uncc.agency (coming soon)
Facebook: facebook.com/unccagency
Email (General Inquiries): www.uncc.agency/contact page

 

Important Notes

• UNCC does not charge illegal adoption fees. Administrative costs are fully documented and legally filed with both national and international authorities.

• UNCC supports domestic and kinship adoption first, before exploring intercountry adoption, in line with international standards.

• All adoption matches are based on the best interests of the child, not the preferences of prospective adoptive parents.

“Every child deserves a loving home and legal protection. UNCC is committed to safe, ethical, and transparent adoptions that change lives—with dignity, respect, and the child’s future at the center.” – UNCC Leadership