
You Should be Grateful ~ Experiences of adoption by adoptees
Book, Paperback - adapted from the documentary film
*Full interviews in writing
In early 2018, a group of brave adopted adults, joined together to share their experiences of what life has been like living as an adopted person.
They dispel myths and expose truths and complexities that adoption brings. This is their journey, worlds apart yet the familiarity of adoption will bring them together. The narrative is linked by Nikki Hartmann, Manager of Relationships Australia, Forced Adoption Support Services. Nikki explains the commonalities faced by adoptees that engage in their services, reiterating the need for change.
A documentary book for anyone touched by adoption
Produced by Waters Productions
Transcribed by Heather Waters
Contributed and Edited by adoptees, Melinda Rackham, Anthony Patterson, Daryl Fuller, Louise Lawson, Penny Ryall and Relationships Australia PASS, Nikki Hartmann