An International Adoptee's Journey with Anna Lehnardt

Open Adoption Project by Lanette & Shaun Nelson

Episode notes

In this episode, we sit down with Anna Lehnardt, an international adoptee, to learn about the personal and emotional challenges from her experience of growing up in a family across borders. From navigating identity to facing the complexities of belonging, this conversation sheds light on the realities of international adoption.

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