Dear Editor,
I am writing to express my deep concern and disappointment regarding the recent response I received from the Ministry of Human Services &Social Security, stating that my niece is too old to be adopted. I would like to bring to your attention the background of this case, in the hope that her situation can be reconsidered.
Two years ago, when my niece was 16, we made an effort to adopt her. Unfortunately, at that time, the Ministry was not accepting adoption requests. Now that the Ministry has resumed processing adoptions, my niece has turned 18, which means she has technically surpassed the age limit for adoption in Guyana.
This situation is disheartening as it feels like a missed opportunity, not only for my niece but also for our family. Her dream of being adopted into our family and having the chance to live in the United States now appears to be unachievable due to the constraints of the system. It is heartbreaking to think that a decision made years ago by the Ministry has had such a profound and negative impact on her future.
I am appealing to your office to reconsider this case, given the unique circumstances. My niece’s dreams should not be permanently extinguished because of a situation that was beyond our control. We believe that there should be flexibility in the process, particularly when it concerns the well-being and future of a young person.
I kindly ask for your help in exploring any potential solutions to this issue. Is there a way to make an exception, or are there other avenues we could pursue to ensure my niece’s adoption process can move forward? I would greatly appreciate any guidance or assistance your office can provide.
Thank you for taking the time to read my letter. I hope for a positive response and a resolution that will give my niece the opportunity to fulfill her dreams.
Sincerely,
Anthony Pantlitz