July 30, 2020 Hello AdopteeBridge Community! As the world continues to battle COVID-19, we have slowly seen a new normal emerge. Masks are now the new fashionable trend and we are getting more and more used to various social-distancing measures in our everyday lives. AdopteeBridge is planning in-person activities, beginning in the fall—including the OurRoots Mentorship Program!. We completely understand if families and individuals might not feel comfortable joining us for these activities, but we hope you’ll consider joining us for one of our many online programs. We will continue to post upda ..read more

We have all heard “COVID-19" and “coronavirus” flying around and unfortunately, acts of racism and xenophobia are spreading faster than the actual virus in some areas. Because of the increased acts of racism and the constant talk, including some misinformation spread by the media, we understand this may cause an increased sense of fear and anxiety—especially for children. From KAAN: It’s incredibly important for parents of all races to talk with their kids about racism and xenophobia related to the COVID-19. Children as young as three are aware of racial differences and many of them have quest ..read more

I would say one of my favorite parts of the tour was the people that I got to be with on it. I think it’s good to have people who have had some of the same experiences and thoughts that you have had because they might be asking some of the same questions that you may not have had the idea to ask. Being with people like yourself makes you more comfortable and more likely to come out of your shell and talk to the others. I also think that going by yourself can open up different opportunities that may not have been open if you went with your parents. But having your parents there can be helpful b ..read more

Happy Mother's Day~ . To those who struggle on this day, we are thinking of you and support you near and far. .  To our first mothers, birth mothers, biological mothers. Those who gave us life, who gave us our genetics, those we had to say our first goodbyes to...if not for the goodbyes, we would not be where we are today. . To our foster mothers. Those who selflessly cared and loved us for what may have been a short portion of our lives. If not for the love and care, we would not be where we are today. . To our adoptive mothers. Those who raised us, taught us morals and values, love and ..read more