57 results for group: children
Anderson
Anderson is 13 years old, and he came to Zanmi Beni with his grandmother, Zanmi Beni cook Madame Marie. Anderson is in seventh grade and is a hardworking and sweet boy. He is always pitching in to help others, and he enjoys his chores and playing soccer. Anderson is a responsible member of the Zanmi Beni family and a great role model for the younger children.
Stanley
Stanley is 21 years old. Since the bakery at Zanmi Beni was built, Stanley has shown a real love of baking. He woke up very early each day to bake bread not only for the children and staff but also enough for sale to the local community. His love of baking resulted in his pursuing formal training at culinary school from where he recently graduated. He is also a very warm and dedicated caregiver to the younger children.
Mishama
One-year-old Mishama came to Zanmi Beni in late 2018. Mishama is bright animated and always seems to be in a terrific mood. She loves to follow all the comings and goings at Zanmi Beni, and she is always thrilled when her mom visits with her.
Marcus
Marcus is 11 years old and in the sixth grade. He loves to play soccer with his friends at Zanmi Beni. When he’s older, he would like to become a pilot, because he often looks at airplanes in the sky and imagines himself flying.
Wendy
Wendy is 21 years old and recently completed his studies at culinary school. Wendy enjoyed spending time at the Zanmi Beni bakery and canteen where he nurtured his interest in the hospitality industry. Wendy is also very handy with tools, and he has taught himself how to tinker with motorcycles and small appliances.
Sheila
Sheila is a beautiful young lady, who lives at Zanmi Beni with her brother Esmane and sister Johanne. Although Sheila attends school, she finds her studies tedious and difficult, and she would tell you that she prefers dancing to studying. She aspires to be a model and is a very talented artist.
Peter Johnn
Peter is 20 years old and graduated with top honors from high school in 2019. He applied and was accepted to medical school in a highly competitive process. He will begin his medical studies in the fall of 2019.
Michara
Michara came to Zanmi Beni in 2012. Michara has physical and developmental disabilities and uses a wheelchair. She is quiet and is not able to communicate verbally.
Marco
Marco is 9 years old and is in the fourth grade. He loves soccer and would like to become a professional goaltender when he grows up. His favourite food is rice and he loves dogs.
Yveline
Yveline is an 11-year-old who is feisty and sensitive. She is a dedicated student and is now in the fifth grade. She enjoys playing games and her favorite color is blue.
