Tell Your Story

Every story matters in our community — and we’d love to hear yours.
Whether it’s a few paragraphs or a longer piece, what you share can mean a lot to others.

Having trouble below? You can also reach us through our Contact page.

Name (required)

How would you like your name displayed?

First and Last NameFirst Name Only

Age (required)

Your age will not be shown publicly unless you include it in your story.

Email (required)

Adopted From

We welcome all stories from those adopted both domestically and internationally.

Where do you live now?

Your Story (required)

We always love hearing your stories for our community. You’re welcome to write as much or as little as feels right. You can write up to 1,200 words.

We recommend writing your story in a document first, then pasting it here — just in case your browser refreshes or you lose your connection.

0/1200 words

Photo for Your Story

A clear photo of yourself works best, but if you’d prefer not to show your face, that’s completely okay. You’re welcome to upload something more private, like a photo from behind, a silhouette, or a meaningful place or object. If you’re unsure, we’re happy to choose a visual for you that thoughtfully represents your story.

I’d prefer not to upload a photo — you can help choose a visual for my story

Younger Photo (optional)

You can add a younger photo of yourself if you’d like to share for your story.

Responses to your story

We have a large and supportive community. If you’d ever prefer responses to your story to be limited or turned off, you can reach out to us at any time. As a small team across different time zones, there may occasionally be a slight delay, but we’ll always do our best to respond as quickly as we can.

Do you agree to the Terms below? (required)

Yes, I agreeNo

Having issues submitting or uploading your story? Please contact us directly here and we’ll make sure it reaches us. Please note: Stories may take a few weeks before being published. Thank you.

I’m Adopted Story Submission Terms

Public Sharing — By submitting, you give I’m Adopted permission to share your story on our public social media pages (Facebook & Instagram).
Eligibility — You must be at least 21 years old to submit.
Original Content — By submitting, you confirm that your story is your own words and experiences.
Editing and Language — We may make light edits for grammar, spelling, or readability, or to comply with Facebook and Instagram guidelines. We’ll always aim to be transparent about any changes made.
About Your Story — Every story shared is a personal experience told in your own words. Because every adoption journey is unique, we can’t verify every detail or control how others might interpret or respond. By submitting, you acknowledge that sharing publicly is your choice, and that I’m Adopted isn’t responsible for how others may react or engage once your story is shared — but please know we always share with care and respect.
Privacy Note — If you’re hoping to connect with family through your story, please know that anyone who reaches out is independent and not part of I’m Adopted (including researchers or private investigators). We’re always happy to offer free guidance if you’re searching for relatives.
Final Reminder – Sharing is always your choice. Not every story is shared publicly. If you’d rather share privately, you can join our “I’m Adopted – Adoptee Talk” Facebook Group. We understand it takes a lot to share your story. If you ever want it removed or updated, just contact us — we’re always here to listen and help.