Ardiansyah

Nickname: "Ardi"
Birth: Tegal, 9 August 1993

Family: Ardiansyah (or "Ardi," as he is commonly called) lives with mother, younger brother, and another family in a small house. His parents are divorced, and Ardi has never seen his father. Ardi is the oldest in the household.

Education: Ardi is currently in the 11th grade. He is a diligent student, missing school only when he is sick. Last semester, Ardi averaged 67% over all 19 subjects. However, as he nears graduation, it is apparent that his enthusiasm for learning has been renewed, and his average scores are steadily rising. Ardi is a strong soccer player and wants to be a businessman in the future.

Living Conditions/Situation: Ardi's family shares a small plywood house with another family in the community. The floors are made of cement and the roof is made of clay tiles. Rent costs 1,100,000 IDR ($110 USD) per year, and the families have a public toilet. The house only has one door and no windows, creating poor ventilation.

Economic Situation: Ardi's mother works as a maid and a street vendor to help cover daily expenses. Per month, she makes about 500,000 IDR ($50 USD), making it difficult to survive.

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