For adoptees worldwide, adoption documents are more than just paperwork. Our “birth certificates” and legal birth records are profound —the truth on these records could lead us to connect to our biological families and family lineage. The falsification of these birth records can lead us to vulnerability and statelessness.
Adoption is the legal scissors that cut the umbilical cords, forever separating us from the truth of who we are and where we come from.
This severance leaves adoptees in a lifelong search for identity and belonging. It’s a loss so deep that only those who’ve experienced it can fully comprehend it. If you were adopted, part of a family separated by adoption, or an ally to adoptees, it’s time to amplify your voice. Your story matters, and the world needs to hear it.
Why Now? A Global Call for Stories
The adoption industry has long sold the narrative of “saving” children, often at the expense of their biological families. However, a growing body of evidence reveals the dark underbelly of adoption practices: coercion, falsified records, and the exploitation of vulnerable families.
Now is the time to uncover these truths. Adoptionland 2, a global anthology, calls for stories from adoptees, deported individuals, and those impacted by abuse within adoption systems. By sharing your experiences, you contribute to a worldwide movement that seeks to expose how adoption violates human rights.
Why Share Your Story?
To Heal: Sharing your story can be a powerful step toward processing the pain of separation, loss, and identity struggles.
To Educate: Many people still view adoption through rose-colored glasses. Your truth can challenge misconceptions and help others understand the complexities of adoption.
To Advocate: Your voice is essential in creating meaningful change and holding the adoption industry accountable for its actions.
The Loss We Feel
Adoptees often carry invisible wounds. These wounds manifest as identity confusion, grief for unknown family members, and a sense of abandonment that permeates every facet of life. If you’ve experienced adoption separation, your loss is valid.
Were you forced to give up a child? Were you adopted into a family that promised safety but instead faced abuse or deportation? Did you grow up feeling like something essential was missing but didn’t have the words to articulate it?
You are not alone. By joining this global movement, you can find solidarity with others who’ve walked a similar path and shine a light on an industry that prioritizes profit over people.
How to Contribute
Adoptionland 2 is looking for stories from adoptees and families impacted by adoption, including:
- Tales of separation and loss.
- Experiences of deportation and identity struggles.
- Accounts of coercion, falsified records, or systemic failures.
- Stories of resilience and advocacy against adoption practices.
Submission Details
Theme: Adoption separation, loss, and human rights violations.
Deadline: Submissions are open now—don’t wait to share your truth.
Email: Send your stories to info@adoptiontruth.org
Format: Essays, personal narratives, or creative pieces are welcome.
Be Part of the Change
This is your chance to amplify your voice and contribute to a global dialogue about adoption and human rights. Sharing your story is not just about exposing injustices—it’s about reclaiming your narrative and making your experience a catalyst for change.
Adoptees and families separated by adoption: the time to share your story is now. Let’s work together to rewrite the adoption narrative and demand accountability from a system that has harmed too many for too long.