Sitheny is a 40-year-old tailor from Cambodia. She and her husband have one daughter and two sons. Their daughter is eighteen and studies in grade 11, their older son is fourteen and studies in grade 7, and their youngest son does not attend school yet. He stays home with Sitheny, who works from home with her sewing machine to make clothes for local stores. Sitheny's husband works in construction. In her free time, Sitheny likes to spend time with and cook for her family. In October 2021, Sitheny fell off a motorbike, but due to the COVID-19 pandemic, she was unable to receive treatment at the time. She has been taking medication for the pain, but it is challenging for her to walk, and she has chronic pain in her knee. When a relative told her about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre (CSC), she was able to visit the care center for review. Sitheny has a malunion in her left femur, which occurs when a broken bone heals in an abnormal position. On July 18th, she will undergo fracture repair surgery to correct the alignment of her fractured bone, allowing her to walk again without pain and relieving the stress on her kneecap. CSC is requesting $483 to fund this surgery, and Sitheny contributed $100 to her care. Sitheny shared: "I am in pain and feel helpless because I cannot do many things. I hope to walk well again so I can take care of my family."

Baraka is a 15-year-old boy who is in fifth grade, and resides with his uncle in Arusha. Seven of Baraka's ten siblings have passed away, as has his mother, after a prolonged bout of ill health. Baraka's father lives in a different region of the country, and has entrusted his care to the uncle, who has six children of his own. When Baraka was a young child, he fell onto a lighted stack of firewood while playing. He sustained severe burns - which were successfully treated - but which have left him with residual scar contractures around his mouth, and on and under his arm. Baraka lived with these contractures for a long time, until he met a neighbor, who told Baraka and his uncle about Plaster House. Baraka's uncle was unable to bring Baraka to Plaster House, so their neighbor, Charles, undertook to do so. Baraka is looking forward to treatment, as the contractures have negatively affected his confidence when he is interacting with other people. Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Baraka receive the care that he needs. On August 16th, surgeons will perform burn contracture release surgery, which will enable Baraka to have improved mobility, functionality and appearance. Now, he needs your help to fund this $874 procedure. Baraka says: “I desire an improvement in my facial appearance. Right now, I lack confidence in how I look. I hold the hope that this treatment will bring about a substantial transformation in my appearance.”

Shaven is a third grade teacher living in Uganda. She and her husband - who is also a teacher - have two children, who are currently enrolled in nursery school. In order to supplement their income, Shaven also engages in farming. Shaven is currently expecting her third child. Because her pregnancy is higher risk, her doctors are recommending that Shaven deliver her child via a C-section to ensure the safety of both mother and child. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare Foundation, is helping Shaven undergo a C-Section on July 11th, at Karoli Lwanga Hospital, Nyakibale. Shaven is seeking your support to fund this procedure, which will cost $252. Shaven says: “All the hope for the success of my surgery is in your hands, my donors, without it, I won’t be able to pay for my surgery, I appeal for your support.”