Linda's story

Linda (16) lost both her parents when she was about 8 years to HIV/AIDS. She was left to live in the shacks of the market with her brother whom she was separated from months later. She was ‘adopted’ by an elderly woman who offered to look after her.

Linda then joined Bambejja where she received support to go to school in the neighboring local community. Linda is a very bright young girl and she’s one of our best performing girls in school.

"I am very grateful that Bambejja has given me an opportunity to go to school. And now I would like to become a lawyer to help children who are living in the same situation as mine"

The photo and name in this story have been changed to protect the identity of the child.

We are very grateful for everyone who supports our work and we would like to thank the British High Commission, AVSI, the Stewardship Foundation and the Irish Aid for partnering with us in bringing a difference to the girls and young women's lives and their families too.