Adoption Lessons in Black & White

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A DOCUMENTARY EXPLORING THE EXPERIENCES OF FAMILIES WHO ADOPT CHILDREN OF A DIFFERENT RACE In the U.S., black youngsters are disproportion­ately represented in the child welfare system and often adopted into white families. Adopting a child is a challenge for all families, but bringing home a child of a different race adds another layer of complexity. What do young adoptees think about immersion in homes, schools and communities with little racial diversity?