The Adoption Connection | a podcast by and for adoptive parents
#96: Race and Adoption Panel
August 4, 2020
Race and adoption. Two issues with many layers of complexity. This week we're replaying a conversation we hosted in our Facebook group with Derek Hamer (transracial adoptee), Ligia Cushman (transracial adoptive parent and adoption professional), and Melissa Corkum (transracial adoptee and transracial adoptive parent). We tackled questions like, "How do we educate our kids without inducing fear," and, "What is the future for transracial adoption?" Relevant Links: Ligia's Blog Connect with Ligia on Instagram Melissa's Website Connect with Melissa on Instagram Connect with Derek on Instagram A Conversation about Race with Sue Badeau (includes book recommendations)
Race and adoption. Two issues with many layers of complexity. This week we're replaying a conversation we hosted in our Facebook group with Derek Hamer (transracial adoptee), Ligia Cushman (transracial adoptive parent and adoption professional), and Melissa Corkum (transracial adoptee and transracial adoptive parent). We tackled questions like, "How do we educate our kids without inducing fear," and, "What is the future for transracial adoption?" Relevant Links: Ligia's Blog Connect with Ligia on Instagram Melissa's Website Connect with Melissa on Instagram Connect with Derek on Instagram A Conversation about Race with Sue Badeau (includes book recommendations)