Episode 8:
Autumn is honest, reflective, and provides thought provoking dialogue on her journey of returning to her birth country of China as an adoptee. She is now leading the heritage journeys in China and provides a safe space and experience for other families. Join me as we take a journey on cultural discovery.
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Registration is now open for Summer 2026 trips to China, Guatemala, Kazakhstan, Korea, and Paraguay!
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Ties Together: Monthly Chats – A welcoming virtual space by The Ties Program created for the adoption community to connect, reflect, and feel supported. Held on the first Tuesday of every month, these free sessions offer two simultaneous gatherings: Connect & Chat for adoptees only and Talk Time for parents/loved ones. Sign up on our website under "Events" for the next one. Because the journey doesn’t end when the trip does and you don’t have to walk it alone.
Community & Connection Trip (Sedona, AZ – March 2026) – A wellness-focused retreat for adoptees and their loved ones, blending rest, reflection, and community in a beautiful setting - https://www.thetiesprogram.com/ties-community-wellness
The Gift of Identity Fund – Provides grants to adoptees to participate in heritage travel trips through The Ties Program, ensuring cost is not a barrier to connection - https://gift-of-identity.org/
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