Supporting victims and survivors of Mother and Baby Institutions, Magdalene Laundries, and Workhouses
Providing support to survivors of Mother and Baby Institutions, Magdalene Laundries, and Workhouses (MBMLW) and their associated pathways and practices
Funded by the Victims and Survivors Service (VSS) and working in partnership with WAVE Trauma Centre, Adopt NI are committed to providing a range of tailored support services across Northern Ireland. Additionally, victims and survivors outside of Northern Ireland will have access to the necessary services and support. These services, developed in collaboration with MBMLW groups and others, are designed to be client-focused, easily accessible, and responsive to the unique needs of survivors
We provide a range of dedicated services to support survivors of Mother and Baby Institutions, Magdalene Laundries, and Workhouses and their pathways and practices (1922-1990), including:
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Specialist Family Tracing: Delivered by qualified genealogists, this includes voluntary DNA testing, analysis, interpretation, and optional family tracing.
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Intermediary Support: Assisting individuals and families affected by these institutions and their associated pathways and practices.
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Advice & Advocacy: Empowering individuals to feel understood and supported throughout their journey and pre-during and post public inquiry.
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Comprehensive Therapeutic Support: Offering wraparound therapeutic support throughout the client journey.
For more information about this specialised service email advice@adoptni.org or call 028 9045 4222
Download the VSS leaflet here.
"Adopt NI has tirelessly championed greater access to information and vital resources for adults in this sector. Thanks to VSS funding, individuals impacted can now access comprehensive support—empowering them to uncover their history, process their experiences, and connect with others who share their journey."
Ciara Scully, CEO, Adopt NI
Together we are helping adults to be heard, seen and supported. Since August 2022 we’ve helped over 220 individuals.
To learn more about the background to why the Mother and Baby Homes and Magdalene Laundries work is important read: