A young girl’s life took a transformative turn after she faced rejection not once, but multiple times, beginning with her birth mother and extending to 20 prospective adoptive families.

Alba, a baby born with Down syndrome, could have faced a future defined by uncertainty, neglect, or institutional care.

Yet, thanks to the determination and love of a single man, her story has become an inspiring testament to compassion, resilience, and the power of breaking societal stereotypes.

At the center of this story is Luca Trapanese, a 41-year-old Italian man whose journey to adopt Alba captured international attention.

Luca’s story went viral not merely because of the extraordinary act of adoption, but because it challenged long-standing social norms in Italy. Continue reading…