Adoption

Washington State does not currently have a law, statute, or even a general policy of non-discrimination for gay and lesbian families who wish to adopt. However, many same-sex couples do successfully adopt children in this state, and they are permitted to be foster parents.

Throughout the country opponents of LGBT equality have targeted foster care placement and adoption rights as a battleground. Equal Rights Washington is paying close attention to the issue and is in conversation with national organizations about these trends.

For couples and individuals wishing to adopt children, Families Like Ours provides tremendous resources.