For over 30 years, thousands of children from China were adopted internationally, with over half finding homes in the U.S. However, in September, China announced the end of its international adoption program, shocking many families in the midst of adoption processes. While this decision angered some prospective adoptive parents, many adoptees, now young adults, reacted with ambivalence or even relief, expressing support for the halt due to past scandals involving child trafficking and identity challenges they face. The end of international adoptions follows China’s historical One Child Policy, which prioritized male heirs and led to a significant number of baby girls being placed for adoption. Adoptees reflect on how these policies have profoundly impacted their lives, creating a complex mix of gratitude and loss regarding their identities and origins.
https://www.npr.org/sections/goats-and-soda/2024/10/17/g-s1-28521/china-adoption-international
