In this presentation, Adwoa Ulzen-Setrakian, founder of spanDNA and Human Temple Therapeutics LLC, explores how genetic genealogy has become a powerful tool for families of African descent to reclaim their histories and restore connections severed by displacement, migration, and historical traumas. Through a family-centered approach, Adwoa demonstrates how commercial DNA testing can do more than uncover personal ancestry—it can reconstruct the bonds of kinship across generations and continents. Drawing from real-life case studies, Adwoa will share stories of how African-descended families are using genetic genealogy to facilitate reconnecting with lost relatives, restoring collective memory, and explore opportunities for healing from intergenerational wounds. Attendees will learn about the unique challenges faced by these families, especially when traditional records and oral histories fall short, and how spanDNA’s method helps bridge the gaps using DNA analysis, compassionate research, and a collaborative, community-based approach. A key focus will be the culmination of these efforts at gatherings such as the upcoming Transatlantic Genealogy Summit 2025, where families who have reconnected through DNA will come together to celebrate their shared heritage, foster deeper connections, and continue building their family legacies. Attendees will walk away with: Insight into how genetic genealogy can be a transformative tool for family legacy-building, particularly within the African diaspora. Practical knowledge of how to use commercial DNA testing platforms to connect with genetic relatives and uncover ancestral histories. A better understanding of how family reunions and summits, such as the Transatlantic Genealogy Summit, can serve as a powerful culmination of genealogical research and DNA connections. Real-life examples of success stories and the emotional impact of restoring long-lost family ties. This presentation may inspire families to see themselves as protagonists in their own stories, capable of uncovering veiled memories and reclaiming their place within the larger, interconnected human family.
Discount code: reclaimed25 (valid at Familytreewebinars.com)
Valid through: June 17, 2025
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A good presentation!
Thank you so much for joining and for your warm encouragement. It was a pleasure to share.
Very insightful
It always helps to know what aspects are appealing to others. Thanks for taking the time to comment.
Absolutely fascinating and so interesting. Thank you.
Thank you for joining and taking the time to share your thoughts with me
A lot of new ways of finding connections and processing information together.
It’s so true. If everyone chips in with their interests, knowledge, and talents, we can learn so much more together.
Great presentation! I enjoyed learning how to look at genealogy from a different perspective.
Thank you for joining, your encouragement, and taking the time to share your thoughts and time with me
Excellent presentation! Hope to hear more from her in the future. Loved the interviews from the YouTube clips!!
I have so many rusty videos on YouTube that I’ve named my “Mom Try Productions”. I’m so grateful for the power of time to build capacity and refinement😅. I was fortunate to have support from three phenomenal videographers who volunteered their time and talents for the nonprofit summit. Thank you for your encouragement and feedback.
A very interesting talk by a really thoughtful and engaging speaker.
You are so kind to take the time to say so. Thank you
Wonderful
I hope folks will take advantage of the support you can provide. I’ve learned so much by simply being able to communicate with you and explore possibilities with you! Thank you for tuning in from Ghana 🇬🇭!