The Clean Break of Adoption

Explore the complex realities of adoption in this thought-provoking TEDx talk by Jennifer McRae. Delve into the speaker's personal journey as an adoptee and her mission to challenge the misconceptions surrounding adoption. Learn about the lasting impact of outdated legislation on adopted individuals, including restrictions on identity, freedom of movement, and access to vital health information. Discover how society can better support and honor the lived experiences of adopted people. Follow McRae's path from farm life to nursing career, and her current pursuit of documenting Western Australia's forced adoption era. Gain insight into the ongoing efforts to address human rights violations associated with forced adoptions through governmental inquiries.

The Clean Break of Adoption | Jennifer McRae | TEDxKinjarling