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EARS (Emergency Action for Records Storage) is a community-based group created to make sure the transfer of adoptee records from the adoption agencies to the NCRC is done safely and fairly.
What we do
EARS monitors adoption policy, advances adoptee rights, and aims to hold institutions accountable. See the latest updates.
RESOURCES
We have gathered tools and guides to help adoptees navigate records, find mental health support, and connect with adoptee organizations. Our community is here with you.
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The Issue
The National Center for the Rights of the Child (NCRC) is a public institution which oversees inter-country adoption, domestic adoption and all child welfare related matters. The UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (Article 8), states that as of July 19, 2025, Korean adoptions, both domestic and international, will be under the supervision of the Ministry of Health and Welfare (instead of the four private agencies).
Latest Activity update
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NCRC Loses CD Containing Adoption Central Management System (ACMS) DATA
Overview Background on Adoption Central management system (ACMS) CD Storage Breakdown CD Loss Personal protection act violation Sources
