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A fresh start in Narayanganj: help the Okonkwo family resettle
After fleeing Ethiopia, the Okonkwo family has arrived in Narayanganj with little more than their documents. They need help with a deposit, furniture and the first months.
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My family left Ethiopia 9 months ago after we were targeted for our work. We spent time in a camp before we were resettled in Narayanganj. We're a family of four and we're safe, but we arrived with very little.
Our resettlement agency has provided 4 months of rent, and that support ends in August.
I was a teacher in Ethiopia, and I'm studying the language every evening. Our daughter and son have started school and are doing well.
We want nothing more than to be self-sufficient. This fund will help us through the first six months.
All purchases will be documented and photos shared (with the family's consent).
Where the $400 goes:
• Winter clothing and school supplies: $45
• Beds, table and basic furniture: $125
• Rent deposit and first month: $220
• Phone and internet for school and job search: $10
Every share and every dollar helps.
- Zahid
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“Praying for you. Thought of Zahid all day after reading this. - La Plata”
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“Only $20 but hope it helps. - Santos”
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“Happy to help. Gave what I could this week. - Likoni”
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stay strong, Zahid. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Don't give up.
Is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Zahid
Everything on the list is an amount I've been quoted or invoiced. winter clothing and school supplies comes first ($45) and I'll update the page as each thing gets paid. It helps to be asked.
Sending strength. Looking forward to the next update. Don't give up
Good luck, Zahid. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. Take care
How is Zahid doing now?
I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Thinking of Narayanganj
Good luck, Zahid. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier.
thinking of you, Zahid. I hope things turn around soon. Love from Bhaktapur.
Wishing you peace, Zahid. Shared this with my family. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust. Love from Belo Horizonte.
Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money.