For all people interested AGENCY adoption of children from Ukraine. This list is an arena for all interested in the Ukrainian adoption procedure, families who are currently adopting and those who have adopted from Ukraine. This list is rather informal and encourages discussion of all topics in reference to Ukraine, Russia, and Eastern Europe and adoption from these countries. We will discuss cultural and geographical current affairs and connect families with children who might have been living in the same orphanages. Provide avenues of humanitarian aid. Discussion of current status and changes in adoption law and procedure. We will discuss small issues like weather for those traveling as well as travel tips to make your trip as problem free as possible. Other topics of interest: Language, foods, geography, history, immigration procedures, dossier, homestudies, lifebooks, ethnic Ukraine and it's subcultures, medical and emotional issues of the post-institutionalized child and parenting. This is an information/support forum for all who have been and will be touched by or will be touched by Ukraine adoption. Personal adoption stories are most welcome! This is not a forum for independent adopters, there are other lists and groups that you should join. For more information please write to: Ukraine_Adoption-owner@egroups.com