International Korean Adoptee Association (IKAA)

International Korean Adoptee Association (IKAA)

Mission

 To connect, support, and advocate for the global Korean adoptee community.

  • IKAA connects adoptees and their families by hosting regular gatherings, supports an international leadership network with the tools and resources to build their local capacity, and advocates for the well-being of the global adoptee community through key policy positions and partnerships.

  • Executive Board (President - Tommy Gentzel, VP - Lisa Dahlgren), Advisors (Marissa Martin, Lisa Ellingson), Execution Team (Maia Johnston - Volunteer Coordinator + Others), IKAA Reps (at least one per member/partner organization)

  •  1) Leadership Development

    2) International Gatherings

    3) Interpreters Project