AAA-WA (US)

Asian Adult Adoptees of Washington (US)

Asian Adult Adoptees of Washington is a resource that provides mentoring, fellowship and educational opportunities for Asian/Pacific adoptees and the community. Based in Seattle, AAAW is a Federal 501 (c)3 status non-profit organization comprised of an all volunteer Board of Directors.

Our History:
On December 7,1996, a group of adoptees met for dinner and began discussing the potential for an adoptee organization. Although this was the first time some of the adoptees had met they agreed that there was a need for camaraderie among adult adoptees. At that time, there did not exist any networks for adult adoptees in Washington.

Understandably, the focus was and has been primarily on resources for adoptees, and programs specifically for teens.

There are thousands of adult adoptees who have been raised in an environment void of the types of resources available to the current generation of adoptees. Asian Adult Adoptees exist as a result of a belief that together we share a common experience.

We Provide:

Updated information on upcoming adoptee-related and other Asian/Pacific American community events.

A social environment for adult adoptees to network and create lasting friendships, through monthly gatherings (get AAAWashed...)

Provide teen mentorship programs and activities for Asian/Pacific adoptee teens.

Provide resources to the surrounding community, who are interested in learning about the experiences of cross-cultural adoptees, through a variety of events and activities.

Scholarships-Inje University Korean Immersion Program and Heritage camp scholarships available.

Contact information:
Website: www.aaawashington.org
E-mail: secretary@aaawashington.org