Bringing Leticia Home A Story of Love

Bringing Leticia Home A Story of Love

Kris Detrow, a dedicated volunteer with Deaf Child Hope International, has a heart for deaf children and is passionate about helping children in need, particularly those served by the Boanerges Deaf Initiative (BDI) in Uganda.

One of the most touching stories from her time with BDI involves Leticia, a young deaf girl from Uganda. Leticia’s biological parents abandoned her because of her deafness, even telling a judge, in front of Leticia, that they didn’t want her because she was deaf. Sadly, this is an all-too-common reality for deaf children in Uganda and other developing countries where attitudes towards disabilities are often rooted in stigma.

Despite the heartbreaking circumstances, Kris and her husband John felt called to offer Leticia a loving home. They made the decision to adopt Leticia, legally becoming her parents. However, when Kris traveled to Uganda to bring Leticia to the United States, the U.S. government denied Leticia’s travel. This devastating setback meant Kris had to leave her daughter behind in Uganda.

This story of love and perseverance caught the attention of Greta Van Susteren, host of Fox News Channel’s On the Record. Greta, deeply moved by the situation, covered the story, offering her support and advocating for Leticia. The obstacles Kris and John faced in completing Leticia’s adoption were immense, but they never gave up.

As Greta Van Susteren eloquently stated:

“This is being reposted with the great news that this American family will be permitted to bring their deaf adopted child to the USA. It is wonderful for Leticia — but I really want to give a shout out to the American family. They have spent so much of their savings and persevered… they never gave up. If you look up the word greatness in the dictionary, you might just find a picture of this very generous family – they sure represent greatness… and goodness.”

Greta Van Susteren, Fox News Channel

Today, we celebrate with Kris and John, as their daughter Leticia has arrived in the United States, finally living with her forever family. The perseverance and love they showed throughout this journey are a true testament to the power of family and unwavering love for a child in need.

Please join us in keeping Kris, Leticia, and their family in your prayers as they continue their journey together.

“I can’t believe I am blessed to be her mom!”
– Kris Detrow

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KRIS JUST NEVER GAVE UP: A Family’s Journey to Bring Leticia Home

In addition to her personal story, Greta Van Susteren also featured Leticia’s journey on On the Record as part of a special segment aired on Fox News Channel. To view the full story, click the link below:

Leticia’s Story: A Young Girl’s Quest to Hear
Mar. 04, 2016

Greta tells a personal story about how a young Ugandan deaf girl embarked on a journey to the U.S. in her quest to hear for the first time.

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