National Board
UFA National Board
Terra Cooper – Chair
I’m Terra Cooper, the Chair of United for Adoption. I’m an adoptive mother and a fierce advocate for ethical adoptions. I strive to be an advocate for everyone around me. My time and energy is often spent on various issues and causes. I believe that there is room for everyone and the more perspectives we have an opportunity to learn from, the better. You should use your voice to elevate the voices around you that may not be heard. I tend to be impatient-which to me, just means I get things done. I live in the moment. My weakness is Ben & Jerry’s- which I eat almost daily. My Harry Potter obsession can be a bit…Riddikulus. I have done many marathons-well….Netflix marathons. I love meeting new people, especially in the adoption community and hope to be connected with you!
Alysia Foote - Vice Chair
Hi. I’m Alysia and I’m a birth mom. You will often find me singing karaoke in my car to Prince, NKOTB and Queen. I think of myself as an empathetic friend with a flair for sarcasm. I love watching some fist bumping Jersey Shore full of GTL, although going to the gym, tanning or doing laundry is not my idea of a good time. My happy place is floating on the lake during the day and listening to the campfire crackling at night. I love cooking pasta sauces-all of the pasta sauces-I mean I am half Italian, can you blame me? I believe in loving my neighbor and I try to advocate for anyone in need. My passion is promoting ethical adoption practices. If that is something you are passionate about, I’d love to connect!
Kari Weiss- Vice Chair
Kari is an international transracial adoptee. Kari’s parents enriched her life by introducing her to as much Indian culture as possible. This included learning different types of Indian dancing, watching lots of documentaries, and being part of her Indian orphanage group. The most rewarding experience was going to India with her family. Growing up as a transracial adoptee had its challenges. As an adult, Kari strives to talk about her experiences in the hope of growing understanding and giving support to fellow adoptees and their families.