Aspects of adoption

This session will discuss the practical realities, the excitement and pain of researching a ‘new’ family. Alongside any traditional paper-trail, we will look at the invaluable information that can be revealed to adopted people through DNA testing. Reunions may not go as well as expected, so some adopted people can find a lot of satisfaction in finding other relatives, or constructing an ancestral tree, all of which can help with identity and personal narratives. The speakers will reflect briefly on their own adoption story or their connection through client work, and discuss the variety of ethical dilemmas that can arise. View all of our DNA Day 2023 content HERE to learn more!