Deaf students in the United States often face unique challenges in their educational journey, stemming from factors like communication barriers and access to resources. Reaching this often-marginalized group is a Kingdom priority. 

MEET OUR PARTNERS

Matt Belwood works as Executive Director of HopeSIGNS, a ministry for young Deaf people in the USA. Matt grew up at Crossroads and is a nationally recognized  leader. He and his family currently live in Louisville, Kentucky.

Current Priority

Helping to fund DeafLIVE and the Deaf Teen Service Project, alongside continued digital and infrastructure updates. This initiative equips D/HH young adults and teens with leadership skills, spiritual formation, and service opportunities– creating a sustainable pipeline of Deaf leaders who can disciple and mentor the next generation. 

Meet our Advocacy Team Leaders

Adam Hurbert and Julie Diehl

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SERVE WITH US

Welcome! The easiest and best way to be a part of Crossroads' Global Engagement is to join a small community of people (aka an Advocacy Team) who engage with our Global Partner and our shared missional priorities through encouragement, prayer, care, Zoom calls, learning trips, etc.

If you're interested in learning more about our team (no obligation), please click "Deaf Students" under the Student Ministry heading on our simple form. Just click the button below, complete the form, and the Advocacy Team Leader will be in touch with you.