⌛Where Are They Now: Imurana’s journey from sponsored child to teacher and future lawyer

The most challenging time for me and my family was when my father fell sick with a stroke, after being hit by a car. It was difficult to cope with seeing my father that way. He couldn’t move the entire left side of his body, so he couldn’t work as a driver anymore. Because he was the provider for our family, it put a big burden on my mother.

Having a sponsor in Canada had a positive impact on me and my community by providing resources for education, healthcare, infrastructure and our overall wellbeing. It was a big help in my life. If he was here now, I would give him a hug and tell them ‘thank you very much’.

Choosing to keep his dreams alive

My education helped me to become a teacher, which I enjoy. And today I am married and we have a son who is almost two.

But my career goal growing up was to be a lawyer. I haven’t achieved that yet, but I have not given up on that dream because I would like the opportunity to serve, protect and defend the rights and interests of children, the needy and minorities in society.

As a teacher, I always encourage my students that there’s always hope. All they have to do is concentrate and stay focused on what they want to become.

You can make a difference today by sponsoring a child like Imurana in Ghana. Discover how your support can transform lives!