Place Bhiwandi, Mumbai

Age 14

Aakeeb is an intelligent and hard-working boy who dreams of becoming a doctor. He lives in Bhiwandi, India with his parents, 3 brothers, and sister.

Aakeeb’s father works as a rag picker and his mother does pearl beading at home, earning a combined monthly income of $90. With a growing family and rent to pay, as well as medical needs for his aunt, they struggle to meet their financial obligations. Aakeeb needs a sponsor to help him realize his full potential and achieve his dream of becoming a doctor.