Background:

Ben is 12 years old and is in the seventh grade. She does not follow or practice any religion. Both of Ben's parents have passed away, leaving her as an orphan child. She currently lives with her older sister. Her sister is a farmer but her little income is not enough to suffice for a comfortable living. Her unstable income varies; some days there is enough for only porridge and other days rice. The orphanage near by is able to help a little bit sometimes. Ben and her sister struggle just to get by each day. Ben has 3 siblings; her older sister named Ngo Thi Men which was born in 1990, her older brother, Ngo Quy, born in 1993 and her younger sister, Ngo Thi Dung, born in 2001. Ben is kind but very timid because she lacks self confidence. She is a very good student and is strong and well rounded in her studies. If Ben is able to receive sponsorship, she will continue her education and will definitely have a brighter future. She will even be able to support herself and would like to contribute to society.