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Black Excellence – Alec Ingold

admin — Thu, 09 Jan 2025 23:36:20 +0000

By K. Bean Alec Ingold stands as a shining example of Black excellence, both on and off the football field. As an NFL fullback for the Miami Dolphins, Ingold exemplifies dedication, athleticism, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. His powerful blocking and contributions to the Dolphins' offense have solidified his place as a respected player in the league. However, Ingold's impact extends far beyond the gridiron. Deeply rooted in his own experience as a transracially adopted child, he recognizes the read more

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Black Excellence: Keegan-Michael Key

admin — Wed, 04 Sep 2024 14:53:36 +0000

By Becca Howe, TRJ Parent Image attributed to Gage Skidmore, via Wikimedia Commons Keegan-Michael Key is an actor, comedian, writer and producer, known for his sharp social satire and innovative sketches in shows like Key & Peele, which he co-created and starred in with Jordan Peele, and Schmigadoon, as well as his work in television, film and on Broadway. Key was born in Detroit, Michigan, to parents Carrie Herr and Leroy McDuffie. He was adopted at a young age by read more

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Navigating Identity: The Significance of Names in Self-Discovery

admin — Thu, 18 Apr 2024 20:28:57 +0000

By Cj Rosenstiel In the intricate tapestry of identity, our names are the first threads, weaving the fabric of who we are. They carry history and significance, shaping our sense of self from birth. But what if the name we're given doesn't quite fit? This question sparked my journey of self-discovery, delving into the essence of being and my place in the world. Despite multiple legal name changes, none felt right, prompting a deeper exploration. When my partner, Jennie, and read more

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April Exploring: What’s in a Name?

admin — Mon, 15 Apr 2024 20:41:30 +0000

Our names are central and significant to who you are and, in essence, can be the keystone of identity. When your child is adopted, there’s another world, another narrative, and perhaps another name that accompanies them along their identity journey. The way in which we build a strong and healthy identity often begins with our names as one of our central and original “keystone” building blocks. June-in-April Calendar Conversation Cards Transracial Journeys invites your family to experience the calendar in read more

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The Arc of Identity

admin — Fri, 08 Apr 2022 02:01:19 +0000

In our April, 2021 Newsletter article entitled “What’s in a Name?,” We wrote about identity and the names our children carry. In this month’s set of cards, April writes, “When your child is adopted, there’s another world, another narrative, and perhaps another name that accompanies them along with their “who am I?” journey. The way in which we build a strong and healthy identity often begins with our names as one of our central building blocks.” Finding Community Identity development read more

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