Unexpected DNA results often reveal relationships that don’t match the paper trail. In this session, we’ll explore how "half relationships" appear in DNA results, what they can (and can’t) tell us, and how to interpret them carefully and responsibly. Using real-world scenarios, we’ll look at how DNA can uncover evidence of divorce, remarriage, and hidden relationships - and how to approach these findings with both analytical rigour and sensitivity.
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About the
Donna Rutherford
Donna Rutherford, a London-based Genetic Genealogist, blends New Zealand heritage with ancestral ties to England, Scotland, and Ireland. Her fascination with genealogy began in her teens, and in 2015, she took her first DNA test. Since 2017, Donna has shared her expertise internationally, demystifying DNA for audiences. As a Facebook group administrator, she guides others through DNA mysteries, encouraging them to learn more about using DNA in their own genealogy research. Donna specialises in solving tricky DNA cases such as unknown parentage, surprise results and foundlings.
