My name is Asteria Joseph. I live on Kome Island, and I’m a mother.
Life here is not easy—especially when you’re a parent with no steady income. I love my son deeply, but there was a time I couldn’t even imagine how I would ever send him to school. Every time I saw other children in uniform walking to class, my heart would break. I would sit alone and cry, wondering what kind of future my son would have without an education.
I used to pray and say, “Lord, I have nothing—but You know my heart. Please make a way.”
Then, God answered through Twelve21.
I still remember the day I was told that Twelve21 would take in my son, support his education, and treat him like their own. I couldn’t believe it. I cried tears of hope. For the first time, I saw a future opening up for my child.
Today, that little boy who once had no chance is growing into a young man with purpose. He’s not only learning—he’s teaching. At home, he helps other children with their lessons. He encourages them. He is becoming a leader.
When I see him stand and help others, my heart overflows with joy. It tells me one thing: the education he’s receiving is not ordinary—it’s powerful. It’s shaping him into someone who will change lives, just like his life was changed.
I am just one mother. My voice may not be loud, but from the depths of my heart, I want to say thank you. Thank you to everyone who has made this possible. Thank you for seeing my son. Thank you for lifting us out of hopelessness.
Twelve21 didn’t just help a child—they gave a mother her peace back.