Fly Away Home

Synopsis

Journee Bradshaw, a 13-year-old from a large Ethiopian family, faced a traumatic transition when she was adopted by a family in the United States under false pretenses. Misled to believe she was an orphan in need, Journee's reality starkly contrasted with the narrative presented to her adoptive parents, who were told she was only 9 and destitute. Her experience highlights the troubling practices of international adoption agencies, where lack of transparency can lead to significant emotional distress for children and families involved.