Collection Title:Chinese Adoption Oral History Project
Description:This project seeks to feature the experiences of Chinese Americans who were adopted from China. Adoption provides an opportunity for orphaned children to be raised in a conventional family structure; however, adopted children are situated in a peculiar position between the identity of their birthplace and identity of their adopted community. Through the interview, I hope to explore how, or if, adoption shapes relationships with families, friends, and communities. I also hope to explore the influence of adoption on personal perceptions of identity, race, culture, and traditions. Interviews conducted by Mia Owens for American University's Fall 2020 Oral History Class.
