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Summer 2027 Tour Dates Are Here!
Ties Program Updates, Heritage & Cultural Connection Elizabeth Kwon Ties Program Updates, Heritage & Cultural Connection Elizabeth Kwon

Summer 2027 Tour Dates Are Here!

The Ties Program's 2027 summer heritage tour dates are officially live! China Ties, Guatemalan Ties, Kazakhstan Ties, and Korean Ties are all open for registration — with both Signature and Lite options available for each destination. Register by September 30, 2026 for the best pricing. Whether you're returning to your birth country for the first time or the fifth, our experienced team is with you every step of the way.

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What We Learned From Our First "Together in This" Cohort
Resources & Support, Ties Program Updates, Adoption Constellation Elizabeth Kwon Resources & Support, Ties Program Updates, Adoption Constellation Elizabeth Kwon

What We Learned From Our First "Together in This" Cohort

Our first "Together in This" cohort showed us something we already suspected: partners of adoptees need a space too. Real conversations, real community, and a lot still left to explore. We're sharing what we learned and are giving insight into what's coming next.

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5 Reasons to Join the Annual Truth Day International Conference and Korea Tour
Ties Program Updates, Heritage & Cultural Connection Elizabeth Kwon Ties Program Updates, Heritage & Cultural Connection Elizabeth Kwon

5 Reasons to Join the Annual Truth Day International Conference and Korea Tour

Take a closer look at the USKRG & Ties experience and what participants can expect as part of this meaningful gathering centered on connection, reflection, and community. This experience brings together adoptees and the wider community for meaningful dialogue, learning, and connection in Korea, offering space to engage more deeply with identity, history, and lived experience.

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All of Your Ethiopian Ties Questions Answered
Ties Program Updates, Preparing for Birth Country Travel Elizabeth Kwon Ties Program Updates, Preparing for Birth Country Travel Elizabeth Kwon

All of Your Ethiopian Ties Questions Answered

Planning a Ties Heritage trip to Ethiopia? This guide answers everything from dates, to updates from the inaugural trip, in-country support, reconnection opportunities with birth family and pricing. Learn how Ties creates meaningful, personalized experiences for adoptees and their loved ones plus get tips on grants, travel planning and making the most of your journey.

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The Importance of Being “Together in This” - Introducing Our New Seminar for Partners of Adoptees
Resources & Support, Adoption Constellation, Ties Program Updates Elizabeth Kwon Resources & Support, Adoption Constellation, Ties Program Updates Elizabeth Kwon

The Importance of Being “Together in This” - Introducing Our New Seminar for Partners of Adoptees

Together in This is a three-part interactive seminar created specifically for partners of adoptees who want to better understand, support, and grow alongside the person they love. We sat down with Ben Kaanta and Sarah Kurtzahn, co-creators of this important seminar, to gain insight into why they felt this course was needed and why they decided to navigate unchartered territory.

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