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Unraveling Adoption

Sep 25, 2023

Troubling Tropes in Media's Adoption Stories with Kira Omans

"Adoptees are so infantilized in media and just seen as subjects in need of rescue and that they were given an opportunity at a better life." - Kira Omans

In a world where narratives shape our perceptions, Kira Omans defies expectations. As a transracial...


Sep 18, 2023

Uncovering Hidden Roots with Peter O'Brien

Uncover the profound journey of a late discovery adoptee (LDA) as he confronts the shocking truth of his adoption, embarks on a relentless search for his birth family, and navigates the complex emotions and conflicting loyalties that arise along the way. Find out the...


Sep 11, 2023

Reimagining Culture's Adoption Narratives with Gayle Swift

"What our children need is our common ground, our empathy, our support. They need us to step into their lens and understand their pain and feelings."- Gayle Swift

What if the prevailing mindset surrounding adoption isn't as positive as we think? In this...


Sep 4, 2023

Challenging the Adoption System with Chester Jackson

"The journey is more about being on the path more than off... The hardest part about being an adoptive parent is you're almost guaranteed to be disappointed because your motivation and your drive and everything you're thinking is involved around some fantasy child....