Reflections in Real Time
First of allĀ a shout-out to Adoption Mosaic, a groundbreaking organization led by Astrid Castro, who describesĀ her beginnings as having been sold on the black market with her sister. Through her leadership, Adoption Mosaic has become a sacred space where adoptees can gather, share their truths, and ...
Awakened by Adoption: History, Trends and the Voices That Matter
ThisĀ blogpost explores the hidden history of adoption in the U.S. and its deep ties to race, class, and power. By uncovering these truths, we invite you not only into a deeper understanding of the systems shaping our families, but als...
We often hear about adoption as a story of rescue. A hopeful solution for families who can’t have children of their own. A win-win. A happy ending.
But that version of the story is missing entire chapters — and the most important voice of all: the adoptee.
Organizations like Adoption Mosaic have b...