Introduction to Transracial Adoption provides a foundational understanding of what transracial adoption is, explores its historical context, and offers practical considerations for adoptive parents. Led by Isaac Etter, the founder of Identity, a resource hub for adoptive and foster parents, the session emphasizes the importance of helping children feel seen, heard, and valued by acknowledging both their racial identity and adoption experience.

 

 

 About Isaac Etter: 

 

Isaac Etter is an adoptee and social entrepreneur. Isaac was transracially adopted at the age of two. He founded Identity, a startup focused on helping adoptive and foster families thrive. At Identity, Isaac is working on re-imaging post-placement support for adoptive and foster families. Isaac uses his story and deep passion for adoption and foster care education to bring relevant, quality, and diverse resources for adoptive and foster parents. 

 

Isaac has used his story of being adopted to curate deep conversations about race, identity, and adoption. With his unique insight, Isaac has been able to curate impactful discussions about adoptions’ impact on children and how parents can help their children navigate identity and racial identity development. Isaac specializes in helping child welfare professionals and parents understand the unique challenges and joys involved with transracial adoption/fostering.