As a Black man, I am acutely aware of the systemic injustices and biases that permeate our society. In the child welfare system, Black children are significantly overrepresented in foster care, facing longer stays and higher aging-out rates than white children. This reality fuels my determination to provide a stable, loving home for my children and to advocate for other Black children in the system.
From a young age, I knew I wanted to adopt someday. Even if I had biological children, I wanted to provide a loving home. As a gay man of color, I later realized having biological children would be challenging, but adoption remained my calling.
My dream came true in 2019 when I adopted my son, James, from Colombia through an international adoption. Despite being shy and nervous at our first meeting, we bonded over games of Uno. Though he didn't speak English and I knew little Spanish, our connection was undeniable. I knew he was meant to be my son.
Our multicultural family enriches our lives and fosters a deeper appreciation for diversity. It challenges us to create a home where everyone feels they belong.
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