San Diego News Fix

Border Dispatch: This San Diegan Found Two Deaf Women In The Caravan, Now She's Their Advocate

Episode Summary

Amy Tillman wanted to help members of the migrant caravan, but happenstance brought her to two deaf Hondurans —Paola Martinez and Iris Hernandez. While American Sign Language isn't the same as Honduran Sign Language, there's enough crossover that Tillman has been able to become their advocates. Hear from Tillman and immigration reporter Kate Morrissey about their lucky meeting.

Episode Notes

Amy Tillman wanted to help members of the migrant caravan, but happenstance brought her to two deaf Hondurans —Paola Martinez and Iris Hernandez. While American Sign Language isn't the same as Honduran Sign Language, there's enough crossover that Tillman has been able to become their advocates. Hear from Tillman and immigration reporter Kate Morrissey about their lucky meeting.