Today we meet Abby Forero-Hilty, a Colombian adoptee now living in Canada. We talk about the importance of decolonization, the impact of finding yourself prior to searching for first family, and she shares her thoughts on connecting with other adoptees on a healing journey. Next, we shift into discussing the film Mum’s The Word, and we even have an interview with the Director and Executive Producer, Colin Scheyen. A big congratulations to Colin and his team for winning a Golden Sheaf Award in the Mental Health category at the Yorkton Film Festival last night!

Show Notes

Recommended Resources

Decoding Our Origins: The Lived Experience of Colombian Adoptees - www.decodingorigins.com
The Daily Adoptee - Brittany Nash on Instagram and www.brittanynash.com
The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma by Bessel van der Kolk
Mum’s The Word and on Facebook Director and Executive Producer - Colin Scheyen
Adopted From Colombia on Facebook (there are several groups, if you search “Adopted From Colombia” you’ll find a few options!

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Abby Forero-Hilty: Twitter | www.decodingorigins.com
Colin Scheyen: mumsthewordthefilm.com | Facebook
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