Place Mukono, Uganda

Age 16

Gender Male

Student Personal Bio - Ivan lost his mother when he was 3 years old due to domestic violence. He witnessed his mother's death at the hands of his father. The father has attempted to harm Ivan because he is afraid one day the child may decide to avenge his mother’s death. Ivan's maternal relatives have rescued him, where he has lived in hiding since his father's release from prison. He struggles with school fees due to lack of financial support. He performs odd jobs like babysitting to attempt to pay school fees, but it is not enough. He needs the support of a sponsor to help with his school fees and to give him an opportunity for a brighter future.