third culture kid

In Part 1 of this series, we met TCK James Douglas, who spent part of his formative years in the United Arab Emirates. Part 2 covers the idea of being thrown into a life with more responsibility is what makes a […]

If you think about your friend group there is likely someone that fills the title Third Culture Kid (TCK) or at least cross-cultured. As the world becomes more globalized, people are beginning to experience different cultures for extended periods. Millennials and Generation Z […]

Growing up as a Third Culture Kid (TCK) is misconceived to be something one “moves past” but it is something that has a lasting impact on how you view the world, for a majority of one’s adult life. I am […]

These actors are standing up for representation in their work and are using their platforms to discuss the issues that TCKs face every day.

Traveling internationally for fun and leisure results in wonderful memories that last a lifetime, yet the same experiences can be had if one’s job is involved, especially if it’s in the military. Experiencing a new culture, exploring new landscapes, and […]

AJ Zilinsky is a Military B.R.A.T. whose father served in the U.S. Air Force, so he and his family moved every time they got stationed somewhere new. AJ has lived in England, California, New Mexico, Florida, Wyoming, and Colorado, staying […]

“There, There” is a novel published by Tommy Orange in 2018. Being Orange’s first published novel, he received high praise for the riveting storytelling and themes related to urban native identity. Orange identifies as part of the Cheyenne and Arapaho […]

Identity is a dynamic and often complex part of people’s lives. At some point, everyone struggles with their sense of identity. This is particularly true for multicultural individuals. If everyday people struggle with this, one might wonder how a professional […]