June 29, 2015
Criticize, Advise, or Keep Quiet? Responding to Negative Remarks about Adoption
Imagine you’re in a room full of people, having a good time—until someone makes a troubling comment about adoption. Even though the rest of the party keeps going, for you everything stops. It’s as if the projectionist just switched off the film, brought up the house lights, and asked you what you’re going to do next. Will you smile tolerantly? Will you seize this teachable moment? How will people feel about you—and, more importantly, how will you feel about yourself—after everything is over? Read More
June 29, 2015
Our Return to Korea
Our son experienced his first return to his homeland as an adoptee, a violinist, a diplomat, and a 9-year-old. Read More
June 26, 2015
A Warm, Safe, Place to Sleep
Thanks to the support of the Barker community, 30 infants and toddlers in GuangXi Province, China, no longer have to sleep on mats the floor. Read More
June 10, 2015
One Social Worker's View of the Homestudy
As an adoptive parent who has lived through a home study and as a social worker that has conducted them, I am delighted to share some of my thoughts about the home study process. I am convinced that it is one of the most misunderstood aspects of adoption. Surrounded by myths and horror stories, it is too often viewed by prospective adoptive parents as a tortuous ordeal perpetrated by social workers. Read More
February 25, 2015
From Foster Care To Freshman Year
This story, From Foster Care to Freshman Year, was covered by NPR in early January. Read More
January 27, 2015
Family's holiday card goes viral for all the right reasons
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December 3, 2014
‘I’ve always wanted a place to call home’
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July 30, 2014
10 Reasons Why You Should Consider Becoming an Adoptive Family
10) You are good with kids! 9) Your commitment will help change a child’s future 8) Patience and sense of humor are two of your greatest strengths. 7) You have a heart that his bigger than your home. 6) Reaching out to others seems natural to you. Read More
May 2, 2014
PWNL Reacts to Washington Post Article: Congress should focus on interstate, rather than international, adoptions
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April 21, 2014
6th Annual College Dream Tour
This year on May 3, 2014 the George Mason University Department of Social Work is hosting the 6th Annual College Dream Tour. Read More