BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//www.adoptionnetwork.org//NONSGML kigkonsult.se iCalcreator 2.30.1 0// CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH UID:b3322663-6eab-4d50-997c-5b96e5ab80a6 X-WR-CALDESC:'Intersecting Paths: My Journey Alongside My Birth Mother' del ves into the unique and evolving relationship between an adult adoptee and her birth mother within an open\, transracial adoption journey. A narrati ve woven with moments of deep connection\, personal and comparative growth \, and the navigation of complex challenges. Through a candid exploration of life’s pivotal moments\, Maddi will share insights into how divergent p aths have intersected with love\, understanding\, and mutual support\, sha ping both individual and shared experiences. The discussion will extend be yond personal stories to address larger themes of identity\, cultural navi gation\, and the nuances of open adoption dynamics. Attendees are encourag ed to engage\, share their questions\, and foster a rich dialogue. This se ssion aims to illuminate the profound bonds and lessons learned through an adoptee’s perspective\, offering hope\, empathy\, and a deeper understand ing of the adoption experience.\n\nAbout Maddi\nAt just 20 years old\, Mad di Ashley brings a decade of public speaking to the table\, having started sharing her adoption journey at just age 11. \n\nMaddi's commitment to co mmunity and global outreach is evident in her notable achievements. She is a proud alumnus of the prestigious Youth Ambassadors program\, an initiat ive sponsored by the U.S. Department of State aimed at empowering young le aders. Further showcasing her dedication to education and cross-cultural c ommunication\, Maddi has earned her CELTA—a Certificate in Teaching Englis h to Speakers of Other Languages—from the esteemed Cambridge University.\n \nHer advocacy work and insightful perspectives on race and identity were notably recognized in Michele Norris's 'Our Hidden Conversations: What Ame ricans Really Think About Race and Identity.' Maddi's contributions to thi s work illustrate her deep engagement with and thoughtful analysis of the complex tapestry of American identity and the nuanced conversations that s hape our understanding of ourselves and others.\n\nBeyond her academic and advocacy endeavors\, Maddi has also contributed her talents and time as a youth counselor for Tempo Music Camp. This non-profit organization holds a special place in her heart\, offering a nurturing and creative space for girls\, trans\, and non-binary youth aged 12-18 to explore and grow throu gh music.\n\nWhen not teaching\, or mentoring\, Maddi indulges in her pass ions for playing music\, crafting beautiful pieces of jewelry\, and enjoyi ng time in nature. With her multifaceted talents and unwavering dedication to making a difference\, Maddi Ashley is set to provide a compelling and insightful presentation on 'Intersecting Paths: My Journey Alongside My Bi rth Mother\,' drawing from her deeply personal experience. X-WR-RELCALID:9c02a57b21b474f6402680258015802e X-WR-TIMEZONE:America/New_York BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:STANDARD TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T020000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 RDATE:20241103T020000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T020000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 RDATE:20250309T020000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT UID:50691069-b006-4ffe-965e-6e669bd46de9 DTSTAMP:20260501T073821Z DESCRIPTION:'Intersecting Paths: My Journey Alongside My Birth Mother' delv es into the unique and evolving relationship between an adult adoptee and her birth mother within an open\, transracial adoption journey. A narrativ e woven with moments of deep connection\, personal and comparative growth\ , and the navigation of complex challenges. Through a candid exploration o f life’s pivotal moments\, Maddi will share insights into how divergent pa ths have intersected with love\, understanding\, and mutual support\, shap ing both individual and shared experiences. The discussion will extend bey ond personal stories to address larger themes of identity\, cultural navig ation\, and the nuances of open adoption dynamics. Attendees are encourage d to engage\, share their questions\, and foster a rich dialogue. This ses sion aims to illuminate the profound bonds and lessons learned through an adoptee’s perspective\, offering hope\, empathy\, and a deeper understandi ng of the adoption experience.\n\nAbout Maddi\nAt just 20 years old\, Madd i Ashley brings a decade of public speaking to the table\, having started sharing her adoption journey at just age 11. \n\nMaddi's commitment to com munity and global outreach is evident in her notable achievements. She is a proud alumnus of the prestigious Youth Ambassadors program\, an initiati ve sponsored by the U.S. Department of State aimed at empowering young lea ders. Further showcasing her dedication to education and cross-cultural co mmunication\, Maddi has earned her CELTA—a Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages—from the esteemed Cambridge University.\n \nHer advocacy work and insightful perspectives on race and identity were notably recognized in Michele Norris's 'Our Hidden Conversations: What Ame ricans Really Think About Race and Identity.' Maddi's contributions to thi s work illustrate her deep engagement with and thoughtful analysis of the complex tapestry of American identity and the nuanced conversations that s hape our understanding of ourselves and others.\n\nBeyond her academic and advocacy endeavors\, Maddi has also contributed her talents and time as a youth counselor for Tempo Music Camp. This non-profit organization holds a special place in her heart\, offering a nurturing and creative space for girls\, trans\, and non-binary youth aged 12-18 to explore and grow throu gh music.\n\nWhen not teaching\, or mentoring\, Maddi indulges in her pass ions for playing music\, crafting beautiful pieces of jewelry\, and enjoyi ng time in nature. With her multifaceted talents and unwavering dedication to making a difference\, Maddi Ashley is set to provide a compelling and insightful presentation on 'Intersecting Paths: My Journey Alongside My Bi rth Mother\,' drawing from her deeply personal experience. DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240415T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240415T210000 LOCATION:Online SUMMARY:VIRTUAL - Intersecting Paths: My Journey Alongside My Birth Mother with Madison Michael Ashley END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR