{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"The Impact of Colonization on an Inuit Greenlander Adoptee in Denmark with K\u00e2l\u00e1nguak Absalonsen - Ep 155","description":"&quot;We have only ourselves. And when I'm thinking about that, I'm thinking how strong we are. Because we have survived and still live and still create and still talk about our history.&quot; -- K\u00e2l\u00e1nguak Absalonsen Episode Summary: In this episode of Unraveling Adoption, I had the privilege of speaking with K\u00e2l\u00e1nguak Absalonsen, an adopted person from Greenland living in Denmark. K\u00e2l\u00e1nguak shared her unique perspective on adoption, colonization, and the challenges faced by Inuit people in Denmark. She highlighted the impact of colonization on adoption practices and the struggle to maintain cultural identity in a foreign environment. K\u00e2l\u00e1nguak\u2019s personal journey of self-discovery and reconnecting with her Inuit roots was both inspiring and heartbreaking. She emphasized the importance of giving voice to marginalized communities, like Inuit adoptees, and the strength it takes to navigate the complexities of adoption without the support of family. Through her blog, book, and advocacy work, K\u00e2l\u00e1nguak is shedding light on the experiences of Inuit adoptees and challenging the narratives imposed on them by society. Her resilience and determination to reclaim her identity serve as a powerful reminder of the strength within adoptees. As the host, I was deeply moved by K\u00e2l\u00e1nguak\u2019s story and her courage to speak out. I encourage listeners to visit her website, read her book, and support her efforts to amplify the voices of Inuit adoptees. Let's continue to spread awareness and understanding of adoption's complexities and support adoptees in their journey of self-discovery and healing. =============== \ud83d\udcc6 Community Calendar: UnravelingAdoption.com\/Calendar \u2728Healing the Adoption Constellation database: UnravelingAdoption.com\/Healing \ud83d\udc8cSign up for our Unraveling Adoption email list: http:\/\/eepurl.com\/hVIAVX =============== RESOURCES: K\u00e2l\u00e1nguak\u2019s contact information:   Discovery K\u00e2l\u00e1nguak\u2019s website (in English and Danish): https:\/\/www.kalanguak.dk\/   Connect with K\u00e2l\u00e1nguak on Facebook and find her blog posts (translatable on Facebook): https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/karen.k.andersen.94   Here\u2019s her beadwork on Instagram: https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/perlebroderisten\/   Check out K\u00e2l\u00e1nguak\u2018s beading handiwork in a video: https:\/\/youtu.be\/NOGJbrMJENY   And here\u2019s the cover of her beautiful book (in Danish) called Lille:&amp;nbsp;      Other Resources:   APtitude Support Group for Adoptive Parents Facing Adoption\u2019s Challenges: http:\/\/UnravelingAdoption.com\/APtitude   Other Parents Like Me - http:\/\/oplm.com   Heather Ross - Life Coaching for Parents who have a child struggling with addiction: https:\/\/heatherrosscoaching.com\/   =============== Unraveling Adoption is produced and hosted by Beth Syverson Music written and performed by Joseph Nakao Email questions or comments to Beth@UnravelingAdoption.com Find us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube Support Unraveling Adoption on Patreon: http:\/\/Patreon.com\/UnravelingAdoption Check out our website: http:\/\/UnravelingAdoption.com Create your own podcast through Libsyn: https:\/\/signup.libsyn.com\/?promo_code=ADOPTION Time Stamps: 00:00:00 - Introduction to K\u00e2l\u00e1nguak and adoption in Denmark 00:01:32 - History Lesson on Greenland and Denmark 00:04:04 - K\u00e2l\u00e1nguak's Adoption Story 00:08:18 - Challenges Faced Growing Up in Denmark 00:11:04 - Learning Style Differences 00:13:35 - Transition to Adulthood and Career Path 00:15:56 - Discovering Learning Disability 00:19:36 - Estrangement from Adoptive Parents 00:22:08 - Impact of Colonization on Identity 00:24:34 - The Impact of Adoption on K\u00e2l\u00e1nguak's Life 00:26:37 - Advocacy for Inuit People and Adoptees 00:30:26 - Strength and Resilience of Adoptees ","author_name":"Unraveling Adoption","author_url":"http:\/\/sites.libsyn.com\/452856\/site","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/32223572\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/174828887"}