Overview
I am a 57-year-old woman who has faced tremendous challenges in my life. I wasn't married when I developed a fistula back in 1985. However, I am now a married woman with seven children, although tragically, two of them have passed away.
Previously, I worked as a farmer, which brought me solace and purpose. However, since I have to focus on my recovery, I had to leave farming behind temporarily. Now, as I continue on the path to recovery, I hope to start a new business venture in poultry farming.
To kickstart this business, I am in need of $300. This will help me obtain the poultry and necessary tools to start my business.
Your support in providing the necessary funds would not only help me become self-sufficient but also bring stability and sustenance to my family. It would allow me to continue pursuing my passion for farming, albeit in a different form, and work towards a brighter tomorrow. With your assistance, I can overcome the challenges I have faced, regain my self-esteem, and create a better life for my family.
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Dorcas has faced hardship all throughout her life and only when she came to Beyond Fistula was she able to obtain the tools she needed to become financially and individually empowered. She is very hard working and wants to be able to support her children.
About Debra
I am the co-founder and Executive Director of Beyond Fistula. I founded the nonprofit in 2012 after seeing how much these young Kenyan women needed help rebuilding their lives after recovering from a childbirth injury known as obstetric fistula. I am endlessly motivated by their hope and tenacity… Read more