Kalkidan Geremew

Country: Ethiopia

Status: Vulnerable Child

I enjoy helping with chores around the house.

I want to be a doctor.

My favorite subject is science.

Kalkidan is 10 years old and lives with her mother, father, and two siblings in the village of Addis Ababa. Her father works as a waiter in a small beverage shop, and her mother sells coffee on the street. Kalkidan is number one in her class, and her favorite subject is science. She helps her family with household chores, and she dreams of becoming a doctor one day. 

Ethiopia is located in East Africa and has the second-largest population among all African countries. Approximately 78% of Ethiopians struggle to survive on an income of less than $2 per day. The nation has faced challenges such as civil wars, famine, drought, and the spread of diseases like leprosy. Ethiopia’s widespread poverty has resulted in nationwide hunger, malnutrition, and preventable diseases, all of which account for at least 60% of the country's health problems. Despite facing significant challenges, Ethiopia possesses a rich culture and a long history worth celebrating.