From my perspective, identity has always been sort of a sticky topic. This is especially true in our highly individualistic western society, where self-development is very important. After all, you are what you want to be, and the key is authenticity. So, from the moment we set out to discover, we ...
Q & A On Transracial Adoption
What is a transracial adoption and why does that matter? Transracial adoption occurs when an adoptee is a different racial or ethnic group from their adopted parents. This is significant because it means if you do decide to adopt a child from a different ethnic background, they may not ...
Adoptee Perspective: Transracial Adoption (Part 1)
When I speak to families I often get asked the question: “What is the best advice you could give a family considering transracial adoption?" This question always brings me to reflect on my own adoption story and the events and experiences that have been most impactful to me as a transracial adoptee. ...
Adoptee Perspective: In The Valley Of Adoption
I was the firstborn in my adopted family. My parents didn’t think they could have biological children and decided to adopt me through a closed adoption process. In reflection, I can’t be more thankful for the many years of investment, intentionality and love. But I would be lying If I told you that ...
Adoptee Perspective: Who Am I?
Over the past few months, I have enjoyed listening to Trevor Noah’s book, “Born a Crime.” While Trevor is neither North American, nor Adopted, his experience in South Africa spoke to a deep-rooted reality. Noah, who is Swiss by way of his father and Xhosa by way of his mother details his experience ...
A Transracial Adoptee’s Perspective on Juneteenth Day
We are so grateful to have CAC Adoption Advocate and Transracial Adoptee, Jonathan Adam, share his thoughts with us on Juneteenth Day. Jonathan graduated from Union University with a Master's Degree in Social Work and Business Administration. As a Transracial Adoptee, he is passionate about ...
