Upon arrival, it was clear that this new place would bring hardships of its own. Entrapped in a cycle of exploitation Leila became pregnant.

It was during these bleak days that a village elder found Leila. Underweight, dressed in rags, and suffering from severe malnutrition and substance abuse, she was on the brink of collapse. Recognizing the urgency of her situation, the elder referred Leila and her child to our Jewels of Honor women’s shelter.

For six long years, Leila had endured unimaginable hardship. But the moment she arrived at the shelter, her life began to change. Enrolling in a hairdressing course at the School of Purpose, she started to regain her health as our team provided regular medical care. With unwavering determination, Leila committed herself to mastering her craft and overcoming her past.

Today, Leila is thriving. She owns her own salon, is in good health, and has successfully enrolled her child in school. With her eyes set on the future, she is now saving diligently to purchase a home—a true testament to her resilience and a hopeful new chapter for her family.