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The Assumption of Citizenship: Why Intercountry Adoptees Are Left Out of the Conversation
Resources & Support, International Adoption Elizabeth Kwon 2/12/26 Resources & Support, International Adoption Elizabeth Kwon 2/12/26

The Assumption of Citizenship: Why Intercountry Adoptees Are Left Out of the Conversation

Many assume that international adoption automatically grants a child citizenship, but this isn't always the case. This post explores the historical and legal reasons why thousands of adult adoptees remain without secure status today.

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