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Hello Also-Known-As Community,
November marks National Adoptee Awareness Month (NAAM), a time to amplify the voices, stories, and leadership of adoptees across generations and around the world. At Also-Known-As, we honor 30 years of community-building among international adoptees from over 23 countries. Our strength has always come from connection: from showing up for one another, sharing our truths, and creating spaces where adoptees are seen, heard and celebrated in full complexity.
This month is also about action and solidarity. I recently saw harrowing news reports of international adoptees with citizenship being questioned about the validity of their documentation, as well as adoptees who will need to self-deport from the US if not granted a pardon. Too many international adoptees are still fighting for what I believe should have been guaranteed from the start: citizenship, pardons, basic rights, and access to resources.
I’d like to lift up the tireless advocacy of Adoptees for Justice (A4J), one of many hardworking organizations working to ensure that every adoptee has the legal recognition and security they deserve.
As a community, we each have a role to play. Together, we can show up, speak up and stand up for ourselves, for one another, and for the generations of adoptees still waiting for justice. This National Adoptee Awareness Month, let’s recommit to amplifying adoptee voices, advancing equity, and celebrating the power of our collective story.
In partnership,
Lindsay Geier 涂婷
This group discussion, the second in our “Cryin’ With Ryan” series, will confront the often hidden, painful truths many male-identifying adoptees face: feelings of loss, identity confusion, depression and anxiety, suicidality, and substance use. In this safe, supportive space, male-identifying adoptees can share, reflect, and find understanding.
When: Tuesday, Nov. 11; 6-8 pm
Where: 115 W 27th St, 6th fl, Manhattan
Who: This event is intended for male-identifying adoptees.
Cost: Donation requested
The weather is crisp and friendship is in the air! Join us for a cozy afternoon of connection, gratitude, and delicious food as we celebrate Friendsgiving with our Also-Known-As community! Bring a dish to share, and your appetite for food and friendship.
When: Saturday, Nov. 15; 1-4 pm
Where: Sparrow’s Nest Studio, 35 W 35th St, fl. 12, Manhattan
Who: Adoptees & friends
Cost: $5 members; $10 non-members
Come perform and celebrate adoptee creativity across music, writing, acting, stand-up, or any talent you’d like to share with the community. In collaboration with Keepsake House and pinkFROG, highlighting adoptee artists and performers; emceed by Jae Carelli (@jae.ci) & Ryan Artes (@theAdopteeOpenMic).
Stay tuned on Instagram to sign up to perform. Sign up in advance for a 10 min (/2 songs) slot; walk-ins allotted 5 mins (/1 song).
When: Mon, Nov. 24; 6:30-8:30 pm
Where: pinkFROG Cafe, 221 N 9th St, Brooklyn
Who: Adoptee performers welcome; all friends/allies invited to attend
Cost: $15 min. food/drink purchase
Join us for our always popular, member-favorite holiday party, this year at TapHaus33! Expect a night of festive fun—raffle prizes, good food and drinks, and even better company. Let’s close out the year laughing and celebrating everything we’ve built together. Come for the open bar at 6:30 to 7:30 pm; Also-Known-As members enter free. (Not sure if you're a member? Email us.)
When: Friday, Dec 5; 6-10 pm
Where: TapHaus33, 14 E 33rd St, Manhattan
Who: Adoptees & friends (age 21+)
Cost: Free for members | $45 for non-members
Attention, existing Also-Known-As members! When you switch your current membership to our new platform, Wild Apricot, before Dec 31, 2025, you will receive a year of Also-Known-As membership for only $1!
All current members, regardless of tier, will receive one year of Also-Known-As membership for only $1 from the time you sign up. Current members: Be on the lookout for an email in the coming weeks for a link to join us on Wild Apricot.
Have questions? Not sure what membership level you are? Email us at membership@alsoknownas.org. To sign up for one of our new tiers, click below:
