South Korea is home to the world's largest diaspora of international adoptees, with many mixed-race children adopted under historical racist laws. These children, often from marginalized backgrounds, faced significant challenges in their search for belonging. A Black adoptee's experience underscores the harsh realities and complexities surrounding adoption practices in South Korea, reflecting the struggles faced by hundreds of thousands who navigated similar paths. The legacy of these forcible adoptions continues to impact individuals and families today.
The world's largest diaspora of international adoptees comes from South Korea, revealing a complicated history where mixed-race children faced challenges due to racist laws.
Among international adoptees are mixed-race children who were forcibly adopted due to South Korea's discriminatory adoption policies, highlighting systemic issues related to race and family.
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