A life shaped by global experiences led Hyun Joon Lee into medicine and nonprofit work. She now focuses on creating lasting impact through health and community initiatives.

With dreams of becoming a scientist, Mickie Choi came to the U.S. to pursue her Ph.D. Her journey is shaped by faith, resilience, and navigating life as a single parent after profound loss.

Jean Kim passed away on July 3, 2021. Born in 1935 in what is now North Korea, Jean Kim lived through the Japanese occupation and the Korean War.

Jean Kim passed away on July 3, 2021. Born in 1935 in what is now North Korea, Jean Kim lived through the Japanese occupation and the Korean War.

A chance phone call led Lynn Richards-Noyer to reconnect with her birth family in an unexpected way. Her journey reflects healing, friendship, and finding support through community.

Navigating identity as both a Korean adoptee and a gay man, Alex Myung Wager reflects on belonging and self-acceptance. His journey continues as he considers reconnecting with his birth family.

Feeling like an outsider growing up, Nellie Sung began exploring her identity through travel and volunteer work in Korea. Her journey reflects connection, curiosity, and unexpected reunions.

As a Korean adoptee, Lee-Ann Hanham navigated identity and belonging on her own terms. Today, she reflects on family, motherhood, and community.

Looking back as both a son and a father, Seungjin Lee reflects on the sacrifices his father made for their family. His story highlights the weight and meaning of generational struggle.

Looking back as both a son and a father, Seungjin Lee reflects on the sacrifices his father made for their family. His story highlights the weight and meaning of generational struggle.

Arriving in the U.S. with hopes of financial success, Myung Sook Cha instead faced unexpected hardships. Her journey reflects perseverance and a quiet determination to keep moving forward.

Enduring years of bullying and isolation, Michael Pulliam faced deep struggles with identity and mental health. His story reflects survival, strength, and confronting pain.

Growing up in a strained household, Meg Campbell found grounding through her relationship with her sisters. Her story reflects resilience and the importance of connection.

After decades of physically demanding work, Duk Sun Chang reflects on sacrifice and hardship. Despite challenges, he takes pride in the lives his daughters have built.

Discovering her adoption story at a young age shaped Marissa Martin’s understanding of identity. Her journey led to a reunion with her birth mother and deeper self-discovery.

Once a professional pianist, Young Hae Han reflects on life choices shaped by family and migration. Her story emphasizes freedom and living authentically.

Returning to Korea later in life, Michael McDonald sought to understand his origins and identity. His journey highlights resilience and the importance of self-belief.

As a transgender Korean American adoptee, Andy Marra navigated identity with both courage and uncertainty. Her story reflects advocacy, self-discovery, and the complexities of belonging.

Left at a police station as an infant, Michael Mullen reflects on identity and the decision not to search for his birth family. His story challenges stigma around adoptee experiences.