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Making a Difference in Africa

Lidia is not a millionaire. She is not a famous movie star. She does not head a large charity. She is a manicurist from Washington D.C. with big heart and big determination. Lidia is changing lives in Ethiopia (a country with some of the lowest literacy rates in the world) by building an 8-building school system in a rural village. Lidia sold her car and house to fund the project. But as she says, "... it's ok. As long as I'm still kickin', I have a roof over my head, and I'm working, I'm able to work...those things are just things. It's about the children; it's not about me."

Be The Change

Learn more about how Lidia is making a difference in Feres Mai, Ethiopia.

There are many ways you can support children's education. Give small donations directly to classrooms or volunteer at local tutoring centers.

Consider the many basic, yet critical, support systems that you have benefitted from. How can you give back so that others can share the benefits?

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francis mbugua k

kip it up guys thats so good of you the bible says if you help the poor its like lending to God so you guys are utpo great things bless you...

Graham Quigley

Thank you for being who you are... Wonderful story. An inspiration to us all : )

karthik

Lidia! you rock ... thank you for the difference you are making in the world

Zili

Very inspiring...shows how most of us living in the USA can make a difference in the world by taking positive action one thoughtful step at a time.

Moreen Murray

Lidia,

Bless you you are an inspiration for all. Thank you for your amazing contribution!

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