Pulled By The Root - Amplifying Adoption Issues

Ep:55 Molly Washington


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Molly Washington is a split feather/ lost bird (Native American adopted person/ foster child) She is also an attorney who serves as the Chief Operating Officer for the Oregon Chapter of National Association of Minority Contractors (NAMC-OR is a non-profit organization that supports and advocates for the inclusion of BIPOC contractors on construction projects, with the goal of achieving economic justice. Molly was formerly a construction and transactions attorney who previously served as in house counsel for the City of Portland. She currently serves on the Boards of the Native American Youth and Family Center, the NAYA Action Fund, the Safe From Hate Contractor Coalition Steering Committee and the AGC DEI Committee. Molly is married and has three beautiful children.
This episode speaks to how a crises can open a window of courage. Molly shares her relentless search for her identity and how finding her truth anchored her spirit. She also speaks to the importance of allowing space for the adopted person to ask questions without shame. A few days ago Molly sent me a picture of her new split feather tattoo, this power house woman has claimed her true self.

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