This course will help adoption professionals equip and empower adoptive parents who are raising a child of a different race or culture. The speakers will explore practical strategies, insights, and resources to guide adoptive parents through the unique challenges and opportunities of this journey, and to gain a deeper understanding of the importance of identity development and cultural connection in their child's life. Speakers will discuss ways to facilitate open and constructive conversations about race, ethnicity, and cultural heritage, helping parents foster a strong sense of identity and belonging for their child. Attendees will also learn effective techniques to address common challenges, like navigating racial bias and dealing with stereotypes.

Ramya Gruneisen, MS – Lived experience
Laura Ornelas, LCSW – Director, Academy for Advancing Clinical Practice in Permanency, Center for Adoption Support and Education (C.A.S.E.)
Cindy Hernandez Torchia, LCSW, LCPAA – Texas Director, CCAI
Isaac Etter – CEO & Founder, IDENTITY/IDENTITY MEDIA

Course length: 90 minutes
Certificate type: This course offers an attendance certificate.

Recorded 2/12/24

PLEASE NOTE - This course does not provide continuing education credits. To receive social work CEs, please complete the course developed for professionals instead:  https://adoption.talentlms.com/catalog/info/id:226