Omu's Journey

Omu is a little girl we are helping in Liberia who has cancer. Her father tried to get a philanthropist or charitable NGO to take notice of her and asked for help back in December. She was brought to our attention by the MOH and then we became involved. It has been a struggle to get hospitals and doctors to help her here in the states due to the lack information. They especially wanted a biopsy and CT scan. Global has been able to partner with an American foundation who will fund her trip to Ghana for these tests and then she and her mom will come back to Liberia. From there we will be advocating for her to go to the states for more help once again. She already has a doctor and host family lined up for her.

I had the unique privilege of meeting her family on my recent trip to Liberia. Her family is Muslim and we were concerned that they were being "influenced" to not allow us to help due to being Christians. All that was laid to rest by her father who was very much appreciative and willing to help his daughter in any way possible. We could really tell they wanted what was best for her. Love of a child transcends any religion. We will keep you updated on her journey!