Friends and family!

As some of you may know, I have a heart for other cultures. My desire to go overseas was put on hold when I decided to continue schooling to get a Master’s in Speech Language Pathology. I am now almost half way done with the program and my desire to serve overseas has not been stifled. My prayer has been for God to use my skills as a Speech Therapist as a means to preach the gospel to the nations. 

I am thrilled to share with you that I will be joining 99 Balloons to serve individuals with disabilities in North India May 22-June 1.  Our team will be working with a disability support center that serves over 180 villages in the rural foothills of the Himalayas. We will be providing training to partners in India, respite services for families, direct care for kids with disabilities, and medical clinics. The team going on this trip will include special educators, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, and other disability professionals. I, specifically, will have the opportunity to apply what I am currently learning in school.

I would be so thankful for you to join in supporting me through prayer and/or financial support. Please pray for our team, the individuals we will encounter, and those who serve in India full time.  If you would like to provide a donation, any bit will help. The trip will cost $2835. This covers the majority of my expenses. Donations are tax deductible, and a receipt will be automatically emailed to you. 

Feel free to contact me for more details on the trip at edavee@uark.edu! Thanks so much!

Erika