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Family Law: Frequently Asked Questions

To assist families in the area of family law, dealing with matters such as divorce, your children and your propertry, either through dispute resolution or by going to the Family Court. Family Law Courts National Enquiry Centre 1300 352 000.

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Muslim adoption principles and adoption in NSW

The term ‘adoption’ is often perceived as connected to secrecy and not knowing one’s birth family in Australian society. This outdated interpretation of adoption can lead Australian Muslims to think they cannot legally adopt a child in Australia without violating Muslim adoption principles.

Research has shown that adopted people need to know where they come from and that secrets aren’t a good basis for any relationship. Adoption legislation and practices have changed accordingly.

These changes make it easier for Australian Muslims to adopt children in NSW as the practices are in accordance with Muslim views on adoption.

www.community.nsw.gov.au/html/adoption/want_muslim.htm

See our brochure Information for the Muslim community about adoption (English) or Information for the Muslim community about adoption (Arabic)