Center for Adoption Support and Education

?? Celebrating Excellence in Adoption Support and Advocacy! ?? We are thrilled to announce that our beloved CEO Debbie Riley, LCMFT has been inducted into the National Adoption Hall of Fame by the National Council For Adoption! This prestigious honor recognizes Debbie’s unparalleled contributions to the adoption community, her visionary leadership at C.A.S.E., and her tireless dedication to the mental health and well-being of adopted children, families, and professionals nationwide. For more than two decades, Debbie has championed a brighter future for adoptive, foster, and kinship families, spearheading groundbreaking initiatives, and inspiring countless others to embrace their own leadership journeys in this vital work. This recognition reflects not only Debbie’s personal commitment but also the collective impact of our C.A.S.E. Team. Together, we’re transforming lives and making a difference every day. ?? Read our press release to learn more about this incredible honor: https://lnkd.in/eHZRcAhx Please join us in congratulating Debbie on this well-deserved recognition! ?? #AdoptionSupport #AdoptionCompetence #NationalAdoptionMonth

In honor of National Adoption Month, the Hairitage Talks Podcast from Styles 4 Kidz, NFP shares two powerful stories of love, healing, identity, and belonging from transracial adoptees Kiante Conger and Robert Parsons. Robert (Tony) Parsons is also the Chairman of C.A.S.E.'s Emerging Leaders Program! Kiante and Tony offer heartfelt insights into growing up as part of transracial adoptive families. Together with the show's co-host, Luke Mitchell, also a transracial adoptee, they explore how their experiences shaped their racial identities and the lasting impact on their lives today. Listen to the full podcast episode now: https://lnkd.in/eGEbiTbN #NationalAdoptionMonth #AdoptionAwareness #AdoptionSupport

?? This National Adoption Month, we’re proud to share a powerful piece by Anthony Hynes, C.A.S.E. Training Specialist, adoptee, and former foster youth, featured in the November issue of Washington Parent Media. In “How to Honor Your Child’s Birth Family," Tony offers thoughtful insights and guidance for adoptive families navigating the complexities of honoring and embracing their child’s birth family connections. His perspective is both deeply personal and profoundly impactful, making it a must-read for anyone in the adoption community. ?? Read the full article in the digital issue here: https://lnkd.in/erm2Vyve #NationalAdoptionMonth #AdoptionAwareness #AdoptionSupport

When youth create meaningful connections with peers and adults within their culture, they develop a deeper connection to their community and a sense of belonging. Hear stories about relational permanency and how it’s improving outcomes for youth. https://lnkd.in/dqZiGEyH #NationalAdoptionMonth

SYF Webinar - What's Love Got To Do With It: Racial Identity Development in Foster/Adoptive Care Nov. 21st from 1:00-2:30pm EST It is not enough for caregivers to simply love and treat a child as their own without seeing the color of the child, understanding and validating the impact of race on the child and being intentional about racial socialization to create a positive racial identity. Using lecture, discussion and reflection opportunities,?participants will evaluate the necessity in acknowledging the role that race plays in the experience of systemic oppression, marginalization, internalized oppression and feelings of hopelessness and helplessness. Use coupon code IDENTITY to receive free registration at checkout. Learn more and register...https://conta.cc/3O6QWrw

?? For #NationalAdoptionMonth, we asked our Emerging Leaders to share one thing they want people to know about #adoption. Each story is unique, powerful, and full of heart ?? Help us honor National Adoption Month by celebrating and amplifying the voices of our Emerging Leaders! #AdoptionAwareness #AdoptionSupport #AdoptionCompetence

Teen Holiday Virtual Support Group November 20th at 6:00-7:30pm EST This is a one-time group for adoptees in grades 9-12. Adoptees will be able to connect with other adoptees to explore what makes a holiday meaningful, explore emotions and feelings during the holidays, and to discuss creating traditions during the holidays. Additionally, adoptees will learn effective strategies for coping with emotions throughout the holidays. Adoptees will also be provided with a variety of helpful resources to support them during these times. Register Today...https://conta.cc/40Itatn

Young people deserve a strong support network that meets their needs, embraces and affirms their identity, and promotes family, community, and cultural connections. https://lnkd.in/dQpWhF7g #NationalAdoptionMonth

Parent Holiday Virtual Support Group Nov. 18th at 6:00-7:30pm EST This is a free virtual support group meeting for parents of adoptees with the purpose of connecting with other parents to learn how to navigate the joys and challenges of the holiday season. Parents will learn effective strategies for navigating these times as well as learn how to view the holidays from their child’s perspectives. Parents will also receive helpful resources to support them during the holidays. Register Today...https://conta.cc/40wDKUp

We’re #hiring! The National Center for Adoption Competent Mental Health Services is hiring an Information and Data Specialist who will support technical assistance (TA) teams from outreach and engagement through successful delivery of technical assistance. This position is responsible for evaluating and synthesizing existing information and therefore requires the ability to evaluate, interpret, and report both qualitative and quantitative data. Learn more and apply: bit.ly/careersatCASE #adoptioncompetence #mentalhealth #datajobs