Mekdes is now in 9th grade and is 15 years old. Her favorite subject in school is math. She lives at home with her mother and sister. In her free time she likes to listen to music. In her future of sewing, she wants to learn how to make a dress to enhance her skills. Mekdes is sponsored by our nonprofit partner, Elpis International, to go to school and receive meals. She loves her Elpis family.