Among helping others through random acts of kindness,
we are focusing specifically on the development of two women (besties) and their families:
Mekdes & Emabet (#ProjectME).
As of May 2017 we are going be catering to the specific development of these two women and their families. In the gallery above you are able to meet the beautiful faces of Mekdes (mother) and Selam (daughter), and Emabet (mother) and Bereket (daughter). Both of these women are best friends, as well as their daughters and have has to survive some very tough times together. I met Emabet on my first trip in 2014 while I was conducting my social work internship, and then the following year while researching, I met Mekdes!
Over these passed two trips I've been introduced to many beautiful faces, but we'd like to focus on the development of these two families for longevity. Our goal is to have weekly counseling, making sure their girls are in school, stable income, spiritual growth, as well as happiness. I try to send a monthly donation via western union to help with their rent, food, and school fees. If you to donate towards these two families on their month-to-month support please just leave a comment on your donation in the donate tab. Below I have created profiles where you can get to know them on a more personal level, and their individual needs as far as donation wise. After you read a brief description you can click their photos to reads more about their story.
Over these passed two trips I've been introduced to many beautiful faces, but we'd like to focus on the development of these two families for longevity. Our goal is to have weekly counseling, making sure their girls are in school, stable income, spiritual growth, as well as happiness. I try to send a monthly donation via western union to help with their rent, food, and school fees. If you to donate towards these two families on their month-to-month support please just leave a comment on your donation in the donate tab. Below I have created profiles where you can get to know them on a more personal level, and their individual needs as far as donation wise. After you read a brief description you can click their photos to reads more about their story.
* MEET THE GIRLS *
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Name: Emabet (Meaning "Royal Lady" or "Madam")
Age: ~26 Sizes: Small Pants: ~2, Shoe: 6 USA Bra: Cup B About: I am a married mother mother of two beautiful daughters, Bereket & newborn Mehiret. I love the chances I can spend with them ensuring a brighter future. Click here to watch a video of us celebrating Bereket's 6th birthday. I go to Zion church for weekly services and I am currently unemployed because of the baby. I do small jobs like cleaning and washing clothes for income. |
Name: Bereket Tsion (meaning "Blessing Zion")
Nickname: Mita Age: 9 Sizes: ~7t Shoes: About: I really love bubble gum, candy, and pasta. My favorite color is red and I also really enjoy playing with my friends. I have one the highest ranking scores in my class. I love to eskista, and going out to have a good time. I also really enjoy playing dress up with my baby doll "Rihanna" Click here to watch a video of my Go-Carting experience. If you liked to read more about my mother and I, click the button below. |
Name: Mekdes (meaning "Holy Place")
Age: ~26 Sizes: Medium Pants: ~6, Shoe: 6 USA Bra: Cup B About: Selamnachu?! I am the sweet mother of Selam. Although I shy away, I have a smile that will light up the room and fill it with my laughter. I am also know in the community for my strength, great cooking, and excellent coffee making skills. I am recently married and eager to provide stability for my daughter Selam. I enjoy nice conversations over coffee and tea with my friends. |
Name: Selam (meaning "Peace")
Nickname: Selamiye Age: 7 Sizes: ~7t Shoes: About: Hey I am Selam! I am in 2nd grade and I enjoy practicing my English alphabet and writing skills. I love playing with dolls and playing "house" with my friends. My best friend is Bereket, she is like my sister. I turned four when Camille was here and I have a video capturing my birthday as well as some of my friends who share the same birthday, click here to watch us celebrate! |
MEET THE BIRHANUS
In the photo you can see mother, Nigist and daughter Lewi pictured. Lewi is our Ethiopian Contact and after school tutor, for Dear Ethiopia and is our "eyes" and "hands" while I am in the U.S. Nigist, married mother of 6 is the counselor that the women visit and also often drops the money gram donations on her visits via Western Union. Both of them sacrifice so much of their time pouring not only to these two families but anyone who is need. More often then not, there is someone staying over for dinner and advice.
They don't know this, but God has put it on my heart to bless them tremendously this summer for they years of labor. They exemplify the complete love of Christ, sown in tears and will doing anything for anyone in need without grumble or complaints. I'd like to possible help with the youngest Birhanu, Lewi's school fees (which are $50 monthly) as well as many other things such as clothes, electronics, and other supplement. Without them Dear Ethiopia can only go far and so little, click the button below to find out more about the family and their needs.
They don't know this, but God has put it on my heart to bless them tremendously this summer for they years of labor. They exemplify the complete love of Christ, sown in tears and will doing anything for anyone in need without grumble or complaints. I'd like to possible help with the youngest Birhanu, Lewi's school fees (which are $50 monthly) as well as many other things such as clothes, electronics, and other supplement. Without them Dear Ethiopia can only go far and so little, click the button below to find out more about the family and their needs.
