Heather and Papito
Footprints of the Son
Heather is the executive director of Footprints of the Son, and her and her husband co-founded the organization 12 years ago. Footprints of the Son, Inc is a recognized 501c3 in the states, but primarily all of the day to day operations happen in Northeast, Haiti. The organization’s mission statement is transforming the lives of children with disabilities in Haiti and they do this through their outreach and school programs. Footprints of the Son is all about family preservation and keeping family units intact by offering assistance and resources they need.
Jan. 3, 2025
Stigma and Community Support: Disability Advocacy in Haiti with Heather and Papito - Episode 39
In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron welcomes Heather and Papito, founders of Footprints of the Son, to discuss their work in Haiti with children with disabilities. They share personal stories about starting the nonprofit, addressing stigma in Haitian communities, and building an inclusive school that integrates students with and without disabilities. The conversation highlights the challenges of raising children with disabilities in Haiti and the U.S., emphasizing cultural d...
Guest: Heather and Papito