Profiles
The adoption community on the Net is large and diverse. Articles, features, and specials introduce individuals and their achievements.
Adam Pertman: Celebrity ChatAuthor of
Adoption Nation: How the Adoption Revolution is Transforming America and adoptive father, Adam Pertman, joined us for an hour of chat covering a wide spectrum of adoption issues.
Adam Pertman: Named to Head Donaldson Adoption InstituteAdam Pertman, adoption educator and author of "Adoption Nation," has been named Executive Director of the prestigious Evan B. Donaldson Adoption Institute.
Alison Peck: "I Have Many Dreams"Alison Peck is a remarkable young adult adoptee whose future is filled with hope. As she begins her transition to the world of employment, she shares her accomplishments, her goals, and her dreams.
Bertha Holt: 1904-2001A pioneer in the field of international adoption, Bertha Holt and her husband Harry were institutional in establishing child adoption and charitable programs not only in Korea, but around the world.
Dave Thomas: 1932-2002Perhaps best known to the world at large as the founder of Wendy's restaurants, Thomas was widely recognized as one of the most vocal and active advocates of adoption of children in the foster care system.
Jenny Pettenger: A Voice for Teen AdopteesTeen adoptees are bright, opinionated, and on the Web. Meet Jenny Pettenger, a young woman with a mission, and creator of the Teen Adoptees Web site.
Kris Kringle: Adoptee?Is it true? Barbara Kay Ervin takes a look at one of the many stories surrounding the most famous elf around.
Family Matters: Our Family AlbumShameless bragging is the prerogative of all families and our Adoption Community here at is no different! Meet families from across the country and around the world, and learn how to do some bragging of your own.
Gina Wright-Ledet: ProfileYou may not recognize the name but this young birthmother is making a difference. Working to improve education about teen pregnancy, adoption, and other options has gained her some well-deserved recognition.
Madhu's Story: From India to OzFrom child laborer to member of a large and loving family, Madhu shares the story of how he and his brother, Sadan, came from India to live - and grow - in Australia.
Madhu's Story: Return to IndiaAustralian teen adoptee Madhu Rollings shares perceptions and photos from his month-long homeland visit to India.
Presidential ConnectionsTake look at adoption and kinship care connections in several U.S. presidential families.
Reaching the Top: Adoptees at the OlympicsMeet 11 adoptees from around the world who have gone for the glory at the Olympic Games.
Real People: Birth MothersSinners or saints? Meet the women behind the myths.
Reflections of an Adult AdopteeAn attachment-affected adult adoptee offers a look back at a painful past and forward to a hopeful future... a story shared to encourage community dialog as a means of greater understanding.
Renee Kloss: From Pain to JoyMeet the founder of Triad Search for Chronic Illness, a young woman who has overcome enormous obstacles and channeled her anger productively to help others.
Ric Seaberg Sings AdoptionOne of the cuts on singer/songwriter Ric Seaberg's new CD is about adoption. Meet the artist, and listen to
You Are My Folks.
Rosie O Adopts AgainHer third, a son: Blake Christopher.
Sheila Ganz: Unlocking a HeartBirthmother, artist, playwright, and now filmmaker, she has a remarkable story to tell and we can help.
Wendy Thompson: Around the World in 180 DaysWendy Thompson followed her passion and took a 6-month journey around the world to make a film about the stories of adoption and the people who tell them.
Yassin Young: Starting an Adoption-Related Home BusinessYassin Young uses her talent for sewing to create a wonderful range of adoption-related products, and Yammi Wear is now a flourishing home-based business. Interview and tips on how to start your own business.
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