Portugal is situated at the south-west point of Europe and includes the Madeira and Azores archipelagos in the Atlantic Ocean.  This is a country that has the oldest borders in Europe, with an exceptional range of different landscapes just a short distance away, lots of leisure activities and a unique cultural heritage, where tradition […]

  Meeting your adoptive child for the first time is a big milestone in your international adoption journey filled with excitement, anticipation, and maybe even some butterflies. Remember, this first encounter is unique for every family. Your child might greet you with open arms, a shy smile, or even a desire to stay close to […]

  Nightlight believes that every child deserves a loving and permanent family, regardless of their age, gender, ethnicity or health status.  Over the last twenty years, the landscape of adoption has changed.  While many families are hoping to adopt a healthy infant, the focus now by agencies and governments, is on adopting older children, sibling […]

  This year marks a significant milestone for Nightlight Christian Adoptions as we have acquired licensing to include the Philippines into our International Adoption Programs as of January 2024. This expansion opens up new opportunities for families seeking to grow their families through adoption. The Philippines is an appealing choice for prospective adoptive parents because […]

  Nightlight's India Adoption Program is a great one to consider for expanding your family! India is located in South Asia, and is the most populous country in the whole world. At 1.42 billion people making it a richly diverse country. India is also recognized for its lively culture, vivid colors, and flavorful food. However, […]

  International adoption is the process by which families adopt children from foreign countries and there can be a lot to navigate. Each country has its own regulations regarding adoption laws, making the process complex and variable. Travel times can differ significantly between countries, as can the overall adoption process, which often proves lengthy and […]

  Adopting a child is a life-changing decision that requires careful consideration and research. For families interested in intercountry adoption, the Taiwan adoption program offers a viable and ethical option. Although the exact inception date of the program is unclear, it was initially managed out of the SC office and later reopened in 2017 after […]

  Nightlight Christian Adoptions is pleased to have been licensed to offer adoptions in Ecuador in October of 2021 and are currently accepting applications for families looking to adopt internationally. Most children available are going to be over the age of 6 and there are many sibling groups available. There are some younger children available, […]

  Samoa is an island nation located in the Polynesian region of the Pacific Ocean, south of the equator, about halfway between Hawaii and New Zealand. Samoa consists of the two large islands of Upolu (where the capitol of Apia is located) and Savai'i and eight small islets. Temperatures are the same year round in […]

  Nightlight opened our international adoption program in Nigeria in 2016 when we began a partnership with Morgan Hill Children Foundation. Morgan Hill is currently the only organization licensed by the Ministry of Youth and Development to provide adoption services in Lagos, Nigeria. They are a non-profit organization that is dedicated to humanitarian and children advocacy […]