"Adoption Mosaic is unlike any other adoptee organization I have known. Their focus is on panel events. Since they aren't limited by nationality and are open to all adoptees in all locations, they have been able to find panelists for everything under the sun. I believe in them so much that I help them do this with my network and my network's network.

Another thing I like about them is that it's adoptee-centric (and I would also add heart-centric). This means that nurture parents, nature parents, and adoptees who fit more than one part of the triad can attend. They only request that only adoptees ask questions. It's a great way for adoptees to share what the adoptee experience is like with their family/friends without fear of being triggered. In addition, no one is turned away if they can't pay. They have a scholarship fund (don't be scared by that word as each event is only $10 for adoptees) for those who don't have the funds to pay, and other attendees donate to it freely."

"Astrid Castro and Adoption Mosaic have created an incredible, powerful, dynamic and supportive community with their monthly series, ‘We The Experts.’ It is an invaluable way to connect, share and educate and be educated and to be part of a vibrant community full of insight, connection and resources. The consistent high quality and thoughtfulness of the presentations and dialogue, the diversity of participants and viewpoints are stellar.

The way that Astrid and Shelise Gieseke, Adoption Mosaic’s Assistant Director and Team, run ‘We The Experts’ creates an immensely safe space with healthy boundaries and a place to focus on the rich content while feeling that all the participants are being taken care of with ease.

Being a panelist in the series was a wonderful opportunity to share and be connected to other adoptees. The work of Adoption Mosaic in this program and others is a vital contribution to the Adoption Community. I highly recommend it to all Adopted People looking for community, inspiration, depth of knowledge, connection and a feeling of belonging. ‘We The Experts’ is a cherished monthly series, reinvented beautifully virtually during the pandemic and beyond."

"I'm a Late Discovery Adoptee. Coming to terms with my new normal was an emotionally charged path. Although I did seek out therapy seven months later, I only decided to look for other LDAs who understood what this experience was like, two years after the fact. I wish I had done it a lot sooner. Even more, I wish I had discovered Adoption Mosaic at the beginning of my journey. This is a stellar organization, headed by phenomenal people who care greatly, have expertise in this arena, and offer a safe place to seek out unique paths towards healing. Recently, I was a panelist on one of their Late Discovery Adoptee panels and I highly encourage any LDA, at whatever stage of their journey, to reach out to Adoption Mosaic. They will help guide you towards what you most need."