Mekdes Misganaw

Country: Ethiopia

My birthday is 2013-01-02

Status: Vulnerable Child

I enjoy reading books.

I want to be a doctor.

My favorite subject is math.

Mekdes was born in January 2013 in the village of Addis Ababa. She lives with her parents and two brothers, but life is not easy for her family. Her parents struggle to find work, making it difficult to provide for their children. Mekdes attends Bright Hope School, where her favorite subject is math. Mekdes loves the color pink and enjoys a good egg sandwich. In her free time, Mekdes likes to read books and attend church. When she grows up, Mekdes hopes to become a doctor to help those who are sick and have no way of getting treatment. Seeing this firsthand has had an impact on Mekdes, and she asks that you pray for her education so that she may one day help those in need.

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.