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Ore Kaffo: The Transformative Difference of Understanding Your Identity as a Child of God

Oct 9, 2024
Ore Kaffo, a widow and mother of two, is an inspiring public speaker and author of "Knocked for Six." In this discussion, she shares her powerful journey from being abducted by her birth mother at a young age to rediscovering her identity in Nigeria. Ore delves into her experiences with foster care, illuminating the complexities of belonging and family dynamics. She also reflects on transformative encounters with missionaries and the profound impact of embracing faith, highlighting the universal bond of being children of God.
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ANECDOTE

Ore's Childhood

  • Ore Kaffo was raised by white foster parents for seven years.
  • Her birth mother abducted her and took her to Nigeria, leading to cultural shock and identity struggles.
INSIGHT

Skin Color

  • Skin color only matters when people decide it matters.
  • We are all human beings, and Ore learned this lesson growing up in a diverse community.
ANECDOTE

Birth Mother's Visits

  • Ore's birth mother visited regularly, but Ore saw her as a friend, not a mother.
  • The birth mother explained the abduction with a fabricated story about a Michael Jackson concert.
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