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Patricia Knight Meyer - www.myadoptedlife.com @myadoptedlife.bsky.social · 1d

Three years ago today, I lost my birthfather Jerry Knight.
Today I'm announcing what he waited for: WONDERLAND: A Black Market Baby's Rise from the Rabbit Hole
April 1, 2026 (his birthday)
myadoptedlife.com/wonderland-t...
Join the launch list.
#adoptee #memoir #adoption #writingcommunity 🥚

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Sandi - I used to be Cristina @ustabecristina.bsky.social · 3d

🥚BIPOC Adoptee Books!!

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Tony Corsentino @notalegalrecord.net · 12d

and it’s been far too long since i last recommended the #adoptees feed, which can help you to understand why many of us regard adoption not as a solution but as a problem (a whole host of problems).

i’m so grateful to everyone who posts to this feed. if you would like to post here too, let me know.

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Louiseokuri @louiseokuri.bsky.social · 24d

You can find out which states allow adoptees to access their Original Birth Certificate (OBC) by checking Adoptee Rights Law adopteerightslaw.com/faq-adoptee-...
Currently only 16 states allow adoptees open access to their OBC.

FAQ: Original Birth Certificates | Adoptee Rights Law Center

What's the deal with original birth certificates, otherwise known as OBCs?

adopteerightslaw.com

Louiseokuri @louiseokuri.bsky.social · 24d

Celia Center
Addiction & Adoption Constellation Support Group (All Members)
Tuesday · October 28, 2025 8:30pm - 10:00pm EDT
celia-center-adoption-constellation.mn.co/events/addic...

Celia Center Adoption Constellation

Join Celia Center on this Exclusive Mighty Network made just for our community! FREE! This is a support portal for all Members of the Foster Care and Adoption Constellation to help you better understa...

celia-center-adoption-constellation.mn.co

Louiseokuri @louiseokuri.bsky.social · 24d

Adoption Network Cleveland
VIRTUAL - The Long Shadow of Adoption: How to Find Light in the Dark Places with Eileen Drennen
Monday, October 27, 2025 8:00 pm-9:00 pm EDT
www.adoptionnetwork.org/news-events/...

Adoption Network Cleveland Calendar of Events and Programs

Don't miss upcoming programs for individuals and families impacted by adoption and foster care, trainings, social events and opportunities to support Adoption Network Cleveland!

www.adoptionnetwork.org

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Louiseokuri @louiseokuri.bsky.social · 24d

National Association of Adoptees and Parents (NAAP)
Thursday, October 23, 2025 7pm EDT
Migrating Toward Wholeness - Dr. Liz DeBetta
Trauma-informed therapeutic writing to redefine and rewrite adoption narratives for clarity, communication, and healing in community
www.eventbrite.com/e/naap-10232...

NAAP 10.23.25 Migrating Toward Wholeness - Dr. Liz DeBetta

Trauma-informed therapeutic writing to redefine and rewrite adoption narratives for clarity, communication, and healing in community.

www.eventbrite.com

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Louiseokuri @louiseokuri.bsky.social · 24d

Adoption Network Cleveland
"Adoption Constellation Discussion Panel: Emotional Perspectives During the Holidays"
Thursday, October 23, 2025 8:00 pm-10:00 pm EDT
www.adoptionnetwork.org/news-events/...

Adoption Network Cleveland Calendar of Events and Programs

Don't miss upcoming programs for individuals and families impacted by adoption and foster care, trainings, social events and opportunities to support Adoption Network Cleveland!

www.adoptionnetwork.org

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Louiseokuri @louiseokuri.bsky.social · 24d

Adult Adoptee Movement (AAM)
Wednesday, October 22, 2025 1430 EDT
'Adoptee Voices' zoom is where we invite you to come and have your say about the issues that affect you, and to share your ideas and requests for what you'd like from us.
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/adoptee-vo...

Adoptee Voices Zoom

This is where we listen to you - the adoptee community - to hear what you want from us. Please join us to share your ideas and priorities.

www.eventbrite.co.uk

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Louiseokuri @louiseokuri.bsky.social · 24d

Concerned United Birthparents (CUB) in person
In Person Denver, Colorado
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
We meet on the 4th Wednesday of each month in the evening. For more information on times and location please contact 503-477-9974, [email protected]

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Louiseokuri @louiseokuri.bsky.social · 24d

National Association of Adoptees and Parents (NAAP)
Friday, October 17, 2025 7pm EDT
Anita Garber - Wading in the Waves of Adoption: A Journey Toward Healing, Grief, Identity, and Belonging with God
www.eventbrite.com/e/naap-happy...

NAAP Happy Hour 10.17.25 - Anita Garber - Wading in the Waves of Adoption

Wading in the Waves of Adoption: A Journey Toward Healing, Grief, Identity, and Belonging with God

www.eventbrite.com

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Louiseokuri @louiseokuri.bsky.social · 24d

Adoption Network Cleveland
General Discussion Meeting facilitated by Dottie and Victoria
Thursday, October 16, 2025 7:00 pm-9:00 pm EDT
www.adoptionnetwork.org/news-events/...
www.adoptionnetwork.org/news-events/...

Adoption Network Cleveland Calendar of Events and Programs

Don't miss upcoming programs for individuals and families impacted by adoption and foster care, trainings, social events and opportunities to support Adoption Network Cleveland!

www.adoptionnetwork.org

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Louiseokuri @louiseokuri.bsky.social · 24d

Celia Center
Adult Adoptee Only Support Group
Wednesday October 15, 2025 · 8:00pm - 10:00pm EDT
A safe place, to give and receive social and emotional support that focuses on the hope and healing found in connecting ALL ADOPTEES ONLY
celia-center-adoption-constellation.mn.co/events/adult...

Celia Center Adoption Constellation

Join Celia Center on this Exclusive Mighty Network made just for our community! FREE! This is a support portal for all Members of the Foster Care and Adoption Constellation to help you better understa...

celia-center-adoption-constellation.mn.co

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Louiseokuri @louiseokuri.bsky.social · 24d

Adoption Network Cleveland
Wednesday, October 15, 2025 6:30 pm-8:30 pm EDT
IN-PERSON - Split Loyalties and Striking a Balance Between Our Needs and Those of Others
Adoption Network Cleveland
2592 West 14th St.
Cleveland, OH 44113 US
www.adoptionnetwork.org/news-events/...

Adoption Network Cleveland Calendar of Events and Programs

Don't miss upcoming programs for individuals and families impacted by adoption and foster care, trainings, social events and opportunities to support Adoption Network Cleveland!

www.adoptionnetwork.org

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Louiseokuri @louiseokuri.bsky.social · 24d

Celia Center
Addiction & Adoption Constellation Support Group (All Members)
Tuesday · October 14, 2025 8:30pm - 10:00pm EDT
celia-center-adoption-constellation.mn.co/events/addic...

Celia Center Adoption Constellation

Join Celia Center on this Exclusive Mighty Network made just for our community! FREE! This is a support portal for all Members of the Foster Care and Adoption Constellation to help you better understa...

celia-center-adoption-constellation.mn.co

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Louiseokuri @louiseokuri.bsky.social · 24d

Adoption Network Cleveland
Transnational Adoptee Support Group
Tuesday, October 14, 2025 7:00 pm-9:00 pm EDT
The Transnational Adoptee Support Group Meetings offer a safe space for transnational adoptees
www.adoptionnetwork.org/news-events/...

Adoption Network Cleveland Calendar of Events and Programs

Don't miss upcoming programs for individuals and families impacted by adoption and foster care, trainings, social events and opportunities to support Adoption Network Cleveland!

www.adoptionnetwork.org

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Louiseokuri @louiseokuri.bsky.social · 24d

National Association of Adoptees and Parents (NAAP)
Tuesday, October 14, 2025 6pm EDT
Join Dr. Joyce Maguire Pavao for Putting Yourself Together After Reunion.
Talk about anything adoption by bringing your questions and share your challenges.
www.eventbrite.com/e/naap-10142...

NAAP - 10.14.2025 - Putting Yourself Together After Reunion

NAAP - Putting Yourself Together After Reunion - Dr. Joyce Maguire Pavao. “Things That Make You Go Hmmmm” Talk about anything adoption

www.eventbrite.com

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Louiseokuri @louiseokuri.bsky.social · 24d

Adoption Network Cleveland
Monday, October 13, 2025 8:00 pm-9:00 pm EDT
VIRTUAL - Finding Your Voice: From Personal Journey to Shared Experience with Deborah Jiang-Stein
www.adoptionnetwork.org/news-events/...

Adoption Network Cleveland Calendar of Events and Programs

Don't miss upcoming programs for individuals and families impacted by adoption and foster care, trainings, social events and opportunities to support Adoption Network Cleveland!

www.adoptionnetwork.org

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Louiseokuri @louiseokuri.bsky.social · 24d

Concerned United Birthparents (CUB)
Birth Parent, Adoptee, and supports Zoom
Sunday, October 12, 2025 11am PST/2pm EST/7pm GMT
A safe space for adoptees and birth parents to step out of isolation & join others no matter where they are on their adoption journey.
www.eventbrite.com/e/cub-birth-...

CUB Birth Parent, Adoptee, and Supports Zoom

Birth Parent and Adoptee led support for all affected by adoption. Open to adoptees, birth parents and those who support them.

www.eventbrite.com

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Louiseokuri @louiseokuri.bsky.social · 24d

A little late, but here are the remaining upcoming supports for adoptees and birth parents for October 2025. 🥚

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Louiseokuri @louiseokuri.bsky.social · Sep 24

Maybe try the Vance Twins site? They have written a few books and also have a list of books. adoptionland.org

Global Adoption News

Global Adoption News is an educational need-to-know public directive that adds another dimension to the adoption genre, especially for those who wants to adopt.

adoptionland.org

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Louiseokuri @louiseokuri.bsky.social · Sep 7

Open adoption is not legally enforceable & in rare cases the birth parent can sue, not many birth parents would have resources to do so. Open adoption means the birth parent & APs have some info & possible contact, whether that is a letter once a year or a visit. APs often close by child's 5th bday

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Louiseokuri @louiseokuri.bsky.social · Sep 2

Celia Center
Addiction & Adoption Constellation Support Group (All Members)
Tuesday, September 30, 2025 8:30pm - 10:00pm EDT
celia-center-adoption-constellation.mn.co/posts/860819...

Celia Center Adoption Constellation

Join Celia Center on this Exclusive Mighty Network made just for our community! FREE! This is a support portal for all Members of the Foster Care and Adoption Constellation to help you better understa...

celia-center-adoption-constellation.mn.co

Louiseokuri @louiseokuri.bsky.social · Sep 2

Adoption Knowledge Affiliates (AKA)
Women Adoptee Peer Support Group Tuesday, September 30, 2025 7pm CDT

www.flipcause.com/secure/cause...

Women Adoptee Peer Support Group

Check out Women Adoptee Peer Support Group by Adoption Knowledge Affiliates!

www.flipcause.com

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Louiseokuri @louiseokuri.bsky.social · Sep 2

Adoption Network Cleveland
VIRTUAL - Socio-Cultural Factors in Identity Reclamation For An American Indian with Bruce Kafer
Monday, September 29, 2025 8:00 pm- 9:00 pm EST
www.adoptionnetwork.org/news-events/...

Adoption Network Cleveland Calendar of Events and Programs

Don't miss upcoming programs for individuals and families impacted by adoption and foster care, trainings, social events and opportunities to support Adoption Network Cleveland!

www.adoptionnetwork.org

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