DNA I – Robyn Joy Park

IAMAdoptee recently connected with Robyn Joy Park, Korean adoptee (the whole of who she is will be evident in our interview!) Robyn just returned from running a marathon in South Korea.  The marathon was part of her personal journey but also to advocate for and raise funds for 325KAMRA (325KAMRA.org).  She raised $3780 to support […]

AKA Adoptee Forum

“Side by Side: Out of a South Korean Orphanage and Into the World” is a multi-platform documentary project revealing 60+ years of inter-country adoption through first-person stories. Conceptualized and directed by Korean-born adoptee, Glenn Morey, and co-director, Julie Morey, “Side by Side” documents the singular, deeply personal, lived experiences of adoptees. By empowering adult adoptee […]

AKA Adoptive Parent Series

“Side by Side: Out of a South Korean Orphanage and Into the World” is a multi-platform documentary project revealing 60+ years of inter-country adoption with first-person stories from 100 adult adoptees. For this special Also-Known-As screening, two themed film compilations “Growing Up” and “Searching for Answers,” focusing on identity and birth search, will be shown. […]

KAtCH 10th Anniversary & IKAA Annual Convention

Korean Adoptees of Chicago (KAtCH) and the International Korean Adoptee Associations (IKAA) invite you to join us in Chicago for our KAtCH 10th Anniversary & IKAA Annual Convention (#KAtCH10) – September 28-30, 2018! The event will take place on the Magnificent Mile, Chicago’s vibrant commercial district. THEME Creating Community, Catalyzing Change OVERVIEW • Thursday Pre-Gathering […]

Korean Culture Day, sponsored by Connect-A-Kid

Come join us on September 15th as Connect-A-Kid, in partnership with the Korean Consulate General, hosts a day of fun and education for transracial adopted kids and families at the Korean Cultural Center. During the event there will be a special seminar on the topic of birth search for parents and interested adoptees. For those […]

The Eye of Slickyboy: Afro-Asian Futurism Gallery Storytelling

Join Milton Washington on a special night of art, storytelling, and music during his gallery show week! On display is his photography entitled “The Eye of Slickyboy: Afro-Asian Futurism,” where he captures the duality, culture, and beauty of his existence through his camera. The exhibit runs from September 6th – 16th. Who: Open to the […]

Sejong Camp

Sejong Camp will be held at the Johnsonburg Presbyterian Camp ( 822 Route 519 · Johnsonburg, N.J. 07825) site, from August 12, 2018 to August 18, 2018. FEES: $900.00 for first Camper; $800.00 per additional Camper DISCOUNT: Campers are eligible to receive a $100.00 discount upon a referral for a paid-in-full new camper. DUE WITH […]