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Send a Love Note 💌Celena Ponce is the godmother of a Deaf young girl who experienced severe language deprivation, a journey that transformed her understanding of what Deaf children need to thrive. Watching her struggle with barriers that could have been prevented through early language access inspired her lifelong commitment to supporting Deaf children and their families. Today, she is the founder and executive director of Hands United, where she works alongside Deaf individuals, parents, educators, and professionals to expand access to sign language, advocacy, and resources. Through both personal experience and years of working with Deaf families, Celena helps parents understand that early communication is about far more than language. It is the foundation for learning, relationships, confidence, and a lifetime of opportunity.