The Realities of the Adoption Process & How We Can Better Centre Adoptees (with Shania Ives, Didi & Priscilla Akutu-Carter, Henrietta & Patricia)

The Realities of the Adoption Process & How We Can Better Centre Adoptees (with Shania Ives, Didi & Priscilla Akutu-Carter, Henrietta & Patricia)

Author: Black Ballad May 15, 2022 Duration: 1:00:31

Adoption is not a foreign concept for many black communities. Even if we don't officially name it, there are many of us who have been brought up by grandmothers, aunties and other relatives. And yet, there are many myths and misconceptions that live on. But we're here to bust them!


If you want to read more about black women's experiences of adoption, the following articles are available on Black Ballad:


'Why Adult Adoptees Need To Have Their Voices Heard'


'Belonging in Bath: Our Two Years of Mixed Heritage Adoption'


“The Best Thing We Ever Did!” – Four Black Women Talk Honestly About The Joys & Challenges Of Adoption


Many thanks to Adopt London for assisting with this episode.


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Find out more about the work of Adoptee Futures on their website and follow them on Twitter and Instagram.


#YouCanAdopt has more information for black adopters, as well as links to agencies across the country. Find out more on their website.


The Modern Family Show exists to provide more information on family-building for those in the LGBTQ+ community.


Information is also available from Gov.uk.


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