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Viola Akai Elim

Monthly Cost: $50.00

Overview

Female
Turkana, Kenya
Grade 10
Age 17
Nov. 3, 2007
Unknown caretaker

Biography

Viola is from the poorest county in Kenya. Sadly her Dad died when she was young and her mom fell into depression with the responsibility of taking care of her six children and three others. When family members saw Viola’s Dad was gone, they tried to get their part of his possessions leaving the family with almost nothing. Later, in an attempt to get dowry payment, Viola’s uncle arranged a marriage for her and her sister. Thankfully, they were able to report it to local authorities and receive protection. While in high school and now college, Viola’s older sister has been the one to support the family doing small business and empowering them for the same. Your support will help Viola overcome. 

About Viola's Home: Turkana

Turkana County is a part of Northwestern Kenya located in the former Rift Valley province. Turkana is majorly arid and semi-arid, and the climate is very hot and dry making farming and supply of food a constant  challenge. This county is also marginalized due to poor infrastructure. 

The main diet in these areas is not predictable since they  rely majorly on relief food. The main language spoken is Turkana and the primary religion is traditional African beliefs. In recent years, both Christianity and Islam have also been competing for the hearts of the people here.