Join host Marcie Keithley as she welcomes Rev. Dr. Janine Myung Ja and Jeanette Yamamoto, known as the Vance Twins. Rev. Dr. Janine Myung Ja authored numerous books on the topic of adoption, including The Search for Mother Missing (Vance) and Adoption: What You Should Know (a.k.a. Adoption History 101: An Orphan’s Research). She also curated Adoptionland: From Orphans to Activists. She …
A message from the Vance Twins, compilers of Adoptionland: From Orphans to Activists and The Unknown Culture Club: Korean Adoptees, Then and Now: Dear Members, Reflecting on the amazing time we had at the Concerned United Birthparents (CUB) retreat in Kansas City, we still feel the impact of that powerful weekend. CUB, founded in 1976 by parents who have lost children …
Explore the intersection of adoption and identity rights in this insightful blog post. Discover how international treaties and conventions shape adoption practices and the implications of labeling children as “orphans.” Gain a deeper understanding of the importance of transparency in adoption processes and why withholding information should be a punishable offense. Join the conversation on upholding the fundamental right to identity for all individuals.
Unveiling the Truth Between the Hague Adoption Convention and the UNCRC. The Hague Adoption Convention (HAC) has long been touted as a beacon of hope for families seeking to adopt children internationally. However, beneath its glossy exterior lies a harsh reality: a system catered to the paying customer, perpetuating family separation and commodification of children. The Dark Side of Adoption: …
