Hok Ly is a 6-year-old student from Cambodia. He lives with his mother, grandparents, and uncle in Kandal province. His mother works in a nearby clothing factory and his grandparents stay home to care for him. Hok Ly is in a local kindergarten, where he loves puzzles and recess. His hobbies are playing with his friends and eating local fruit.
Hok Ly was born with syndactyly of both hands, a condition where some of his fingers are fused together. It is difficult for him to use his hand to grasp objects, or write letters.
Fortunately, on May 2nd, surgeons will perform a syndactyly repair procedure to separate and release the fused fingers. Hok Ly and his family are able to contribute $100 but need to raise $344 more to fund this procedure. After surgery, he should feel more comfortable and will be able to use his hand easily.
Hok Ly’s mother hopes he will be able to use his hands more easily, especially in school and when eating.