Anna C • President
Hi everyone! My name is Anna (she/her). I’m a Chinese adoptee and I grew up in Brooklyn. I was part of FCCNY's "Adoptee Board" in 2017 and have been on the Board of Directors since 2019. I love singing, dancing, and good eats. I'm thrilled to be a part of this team dedicated to our adoptee/adoptive community!
Lucy • Secretary
My name is Lucy (she/her), and I have been working with CAA since late 2017. This year I am Secretary and "Treasurer-in-Training" under our treasurer, Emily. I live in the DC metro area. I love cooking, going out to eat, creative writing, and YouTube video essays.
Emily • Treasurer
Hello everyone! My name is Emily (she/her/hers). I was adopted from Zhejiang province and currently live in Washington, D.C. I've been a part of CAA since 2019. First as a member of the DC events committee and then last year I transitioned to become a Board Member and the Treasurer. I'm looking forward to onboarding new board members and committee members as a fully adoptee-lead organization! Outside of CAA, I enjoy caring for my 40+ houseplants, listening to podcasts, reading books, going to concerts, and bouldering.
Lisa • Board Member
Hey all! I’m the outgoing president, and founder/director of what was the fccny Adoptee Board, which has essentially transformed into this! I can’t wait to see where the organization goes and how everyone contributes to it! I was born in China and raised in NYC where I currently live. I also have a cat and enjoy traveling, eating, hiking, camping, and the outdoors.
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Chianna • Board Member
Hi! My name is Chianna (she/her). I was adopted from Hunan and currently live in New York City. I started volunteering with CAA in 2019 and joined the board in 2021. I work as a software engineer at a bank. For fun, I volunteer with Send Chinatown Love, go to dance classes and attend author speaker events in the city!
Hannah W • Board Member
My name is Hannah (she/her). I’m a Chinese adoptee. I grew up and am currently living in Brooklyn, NY. As a Counseling Psychology PhD candidate at Fordham University, my primary research interests have centered Asian/Chinese adoptees’ lived experiences and identity development. I’m excited to join the CAA Board.
Zoey • Board Member
Hi everyone! I’m Zoey (she/her), and I’m excited to be joining the Board as well as becoming the Regional Events - NYC Committee Lead. I was adopted from Hunan, China. I grew up and still live in New York City. Currently, I’m a full-time student getting my masters degree at NYU Silver School of Social Work.
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Stacy • Board Member
Hi! I'm Stacy (they/them), adoptee from Guangdong, China. I'm currently living in Minneapolis, MN, working at a nonprofit focused on children and families. Excited to be joining CAA as a Board member and Advancement Committee co-lead!
Nia • Board Member
Hi everyone! I'm Nia (they/them). I'm a new board member and virtual events committee member. I was born in Hunan Province, and I grew up in Rochester, NY. I currently live in NYC where I attend CUNY School of Law. I love listening to tv/film criticism podcasts and social dancing. Excited to get to know other adoptees and plan cool things together!
Kalyn • Board Member
Hey! I'm Kalyn (she/her). I’m joining CAA as a new board member and communications committee member. My partner, 2 cats (Gilly and Luna), and I call Colorado home. I like running, yoga, and anything outdoors. But, I am also a homebody and like playing games on my PC or switch.
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