This session explores how adopted boys—particularly Black adopted boys—are often rendered invisible when adoption is understood as an endpoint rather than a lifelong experience. While stability and love are essential, they do not automatically address the layered identity, emotional, and belonging needs adopted boys carry as they grow into adolescence and adulthood. Participants will be invited to reframe support as an ongoing practice—one that centers curiosity, lived experience, and intentional connection—and will leave with concrete ways to better affirm adopted boys’ identities, strengthen their sense of belonging, and support their long-term well-being.

Dr. Anthony is the founder of EmpowerMENt, a platform dedicated to equipping young Black men with tools for emotional wellness. personal development, and leadership.