Hello everyone! I hope that you are staying cool during these hot summer days. We have officially hit triple digit weather here in Arizona! I have written recently that I’m working on a master’s thesis. I’m currently looking for volunteers to participate in this qualitative research study.
The purpose of the study is to examine the ways in which international and transracial adoptees experience racism, prejudice, racial discrimination and/or stereotyping and to identify patterns of coping. To explore these issues, interviews with international adoptees will be conducted. Results from the study will highlight the unique experiences of internationally adopted persons and provide a deeper understanding of how adoptees cope with racial derogation and discrimination. In-person interviews with adoptees will be approximately 1.5-2 hours.
To participate in this study, individuals should:
- Be at least 18 years of age or older
- Be adopted from another country to the U.S. by parents of a different race/ethnicity
- Currently reside in Metro Phoenix, Arizona
All interviews will be conducted in a location that ensures privacy and confidentiality.
By participating in this study you will be contributing to the work of understanding how international and transracial adoptees manage racism and discrimination in their lives and how these issues impact the development of adoptees’ identity. The study will help to inform social workers and other healthcare professionals what types of support services would most benefit international and transracial adoptees and their families.
If you are interested in participating or would like more information about the study, please contact me. The link below contains a formal announcement including my contact information. Please feel free to distribute the announcement to any persons you think might have an interest in participating in the study. Thank you!
This research is conducted under the direction of:
Cecilia Ayón, MSW, PhD
Associate Professor
School of Social Work
College of Public Programs
Arizona State University
Click on the link below for the announcement and my contact information:
Musings of a Taiwanese American Adoptee 