Septiyani

Birth: Jakarta, 9 September 1999

Family: Septiani lives with her mother, grandmother, aunt, and newborn cousin. Her father has passed away, so she is raised by the adult women in the house.Septiani is the oldest child in the residence.

Education: Septiani just graduated from fourth grade and is a diligent worker but still requires assistance and reminders from her family. Septiani only missed school when she caught chicken pox, and her mother notified the school. Septiani does not know what she wants to be in the future, but she has expressed interest in singing, drawing, and painting. Although rather quiet, Septiani has lots of energy and is involved Girl Scouts on Saturday mornings.

Living Conditions/Situation: Septiani and her family live in a small, rented cement home near a scavenging site. Although clean, the house is not well ventilated, and the families only source of clean water comes through the ground using an electric pump. Rent is about 400,000 IDR/month ($40 USD). The family does not own an automobile.

Economic Situation: Since Septiyani's father died, her mother, aunt, and grandmother have become the sole breadwinners. All work as maids, earning 400,000 IDR/month. After paying all expenses, the family is not left with enough money to pay for needs. Back

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