I’m excited about all the activities that are stacking up in the adoption community for 2009, so to kick the year off, here’s a sampling of things to look forward to.
FauxClaud is back! If you haven’t read her blog yet, now’s a good time to start. I’m thrilled to have her voice back online.
The Fresh Air Fund
A reader tipped me off to an organization that is doing some really good work in NYC. From the Fresh Air Fund’s website: The Fresh Air Fund provides free vacations for children living in the five boroughs of New York City who meet our income guidelines. Children between the ages of six and twelve are eligible for the Friendly Town program (a one- or two-week visit with one of our volunteer host families). In order to attend one of our sleep-away camps, girls must be between the ages of eight and twelve, and boys must be between the ages of eight and fifteen. Consider making a donation here.
The 11th Annual KAAN Conference:
Extending the Family of Korean Adoption
This year’s KAAN Conference will take place from July 31 through August 2, 2009 at the Adams Mark Hotel in Denver, CO. Registration will open in February, and proposals for sessions and activities will be accepted through January 15th.
Adoptee Rights Demonstration Philly
The second Adoptee Rights Demonstration is scheduled for July 21, 2009 in Philadelphia. Check the Philly and main Adoptee Rights Demonstration websites frequently for details.
Services for Korean Adoptees and Adoptive Families from InKAS and KoRoot
InKAS and KoRoot offer programs and services in Korea to adoptees and adoptive families, including accommodations, scholarships to Korean university language programs, culture camp, homeland tours and seminars. Check out both websites for details on each organization’s programs.
American Adoption Congress Conference in Cleveland
Presented with Adoption Network Cleveland
The American Adoption Congress and Adoption Network Cleveland present the 2009 National Conference, April 22 through 26, 2009 in Cleveland, OH. Details are
available in the conference brochure. Online registration will open soon.
IKAA (International Korean Adoptee Associations) Gathering in New York
AKA (Also Known As) will host the 2009 IKAA Gathering in New York city. Visit the AKA and IKAA websites periodically for details.
Adopted: The Movie Available for Purchase
From the Adopted website: Adopted reveals the grit rather than the glamour of transracial adoption. First-time director Barb Lee goes deep into the intimate lives of two well-meaning families and shows us the subtle challenges they face. The results are riveting, unpredictable and telling. See clips of the film here on YouTube, and purchase your copy at the Point Made online store (I just bought mine, cannot wait to see it again.)
Evan B. Donaldson Institute Publication and Event
Although this announcement is late, I’m posting it just in case you missed it. The Evan B. Donaldson Adoption Institute published a new paper in September 2008 entitled Expanding Resources for Waiting Children II: Eliminating Legal & Practice Barriers to Gay & Lesbian Adoption from Foster Care. Save May 14, 2009 for EBD’s Annual "Taste of Spring" Gala, which will take place New York City at the Midtown Loft, 267 Fifth Avenue (29th Street). Details to follow on the Evan B. Donaldson
website.
Origins-USA Video
Reposting. From the Origins-USA website: Adoption is not about unwanted babies, it's about unwanted mothers. We know this and now we have an exciting opportunity to tell others. Award winning filmmaker Sara Aderhold has graciously donated her time to produce an Origins-USA promotional video featuring mothers telling their stories of surrender, loss, and reunion. Presenting these experiences is the most effective way to change societal views about adoption and birth. Read more to learn how you can contribute to this valuable project. Donate your time to the production or make a monetary donation and get your name listed in the film credits!
Thank you Margie!
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