Abstract / Description of output
This article explores the neglected subject of birth certificates, their meaning and value. The author makes a case for enhanced attention to the birth certificate in general but especially in cases where information about the father has not been entered. It is argued that rather than ‘father unknown’ being recorded, ‘father unregistered’ would be invariably more accurate. The conclusion addresses policy and practice implications for the various professions involved during the birth and registration process and also for children and family and adoption practitioners.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 209-222 |
Number of pages | 13 |
Journal | Adoption & Fostering |
Volume | 38 |
Issue number | 3 |
Early online date | 26 Sept 2014 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1 Oct 2014 |
Keywords / Materials (for Non-textual outputs)
- Birth certificate, 'father unknown', adoption