Verona Gabriella lives with her mother in a small rented home—a safe refuge they found after escaping a traumatic situation of domestic violence. Her mother endured years of abuse at the hands of Verona’s father, who struggled with drug addiction. After a particularly brutal incident in which she was nearly strangled, she made the courageous decision to flee and create a peaceful, violence-free life for her two children.

At first, they sought shelter with Verona’s grandparents, but extreme poverty made it impossible for them to offer lasting support. Determined to provide for her family, Verona’s mother began selling fried chicken around the local trading center. Though hardworking, her income is minimal, barely enough to cover rent and food, leaving nothing for school fees.

Verona has recently started school, but the financial burden threatens to cut her education short. With the support of a sponsor, she could continue learning and take steps toward a brighter, safer future for herself and her family.