In August, we hosted a round table discussion to promote an open dialogue about the beauty of black girls and women and how this beauty is portrayed within society. We discussed promoting
My name, My identity | A poem by a Korean adoptee
Cho Eun Jee. Grace Sophia Gerlach. Two languages, Two countries, Two cultures, One me. Two names, Intertwined. Eun Jee Grace Wisdom Eun is Grace, Jee is Wisdom. Cho Eun Jee. Grace Sophia
Research Request | Foster and Transracial Adoptive Parent Study
A researcher at Florida State University is interested in connecting with parents who are fostering or have adopted transracially. We are not affiliated with this research, but are committed to
Positive Adoption Language [INFOGRAPHIC]
Adoption language has evolved drastically over the decades. The importance of positive adoption language has grown to convey respect for birth parents, adoptees and adoptive parents. Some adoption
Adoption: Recognizing the loss for all of us
I witnessed something unexpected this weekend---a swirl of pain in a normally safe place. A group devoted to conversations about parenting adopted/foster children with connection, a group teaching
Meet Gabriel | A Charming and Talented Teen
Gabriel, age 15, is a talkative and animated teen with a great smile. He is not shy when meeting new people and has a very charming demeanor with a little bit of sass. He shows leadership skills
Meet Five Siblings with a Close Bond
These five siblings are hoping to be matched with a family soon This sibling group in Latin America has a very close bond. They all attend school and are well adapted in their classrooms. They form
Full Circle: 11-Year-Old Adoptee Gives Back on Her Birthday
"I love giving back to a program that took care of me" When Kate Tunstall’s 11th birthday was around the corner, she surprised her family with an interesting birthday request: in lieu of presents,
An Adoptee’s Perspective: 10 Things Your Child Needs to Know
10. You have a right to feel the way you do about your adoption journey. Adoption is complicated and messy and wonderful and heartbreaking. Life may feel wonderful to you now or it may feel
For the Love of a First Mom (Birth Mom)
Last Friday my son arrived home from school with a friend. He opened the front door, calling out, “Hi, Mom!” Turning to his friend, he added, “Dude, I have two moms. That means I have eight
