ABOUT US

Hi! We’re Lauren and Emily, and we are two of the first adoptees to be granted reinstatement of our citizenship entirely through a Korean Consular in the United States. During this lengthy and often frustrating process, we wished that more resources were available to help Korean adoptees like us understand and complete the reinstatement process in a more efficient way.

Together, we founded KAD Citizenship Collective, LLC in 2024. Our detailed notes, photos, videos, consultations with adoptee groups and Korean immigration lawyers eventually became known as the KAD Citizenship Reinstatement Guide, created with the goal of helping others navigate this complex process.

OUR MISSION
is to empower Korean adoptees who wish to reclaim their citizenship

OUR VISION
is simple…a place where Korean adoptees can find resources reclaim their citizenship and connect with their heritage.

OUR VALUES
are simplicity, support, and solidarity

We believe in a process that is simple and helpful to any Korean adoptee on a journey to reclaim their citizenship. We desire to create a space where the collective community experiences support in the process. And, our hope is that these resources will build solidarity through the unique story and journey of each Korean adoptee.

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While we make every effort to consult professionals and represent the process accurately through our experience, we are not immigration professionals. The information contained on this website, given during our webinar, and in our guide, are for informational purposes only. They are not intended to replace professional legal advice or assistance from a qualified professional in any field, including but not limited to legal, financial, or immigration advice. Always seek the advice of a qualified legal professional regarding any concerns or questions you may have. The authors, publishers, and distributors of this website, webinar, and guidebook do not make any guarantees about the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of the information provided. We do our best to ensure that all information is up-to-date and accurate at the time of publication, but make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the reliability, suitability, or availability of the information contained within. Read our terms and conditions here.

If you have additional information, corrections, or changes you think should be added to our guide, you may submit it HERE.