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.
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.
Goodbye 2025, Hello 2026
Dr. Tanya Kaanta, Director of the Ties Program, reflects on 2025 - acknowledging the transformation of the adoptee space and the what Ties brings to the table. She also looks forward to what 2026 will bring for Ties the broader adoptee landscape.
Introducing Our NEW Program! Language at the Lake (Atitlan, Guatemala!)
Ties is offering a new immersive program in Guatemala for all adoptees and their loved ones. Read about the program here.
Ties Program Participants Now Eligible to Receive Grants from CH/LSS!
Discover how Ties Program participants can now receive grant funding from CH/LSS to support heritage travel. Learn who qualifies, what the grants cover, and how to apply for this meaningful opportunity.
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