Tenagne, facing a walking disability and responsible for caring for a sibling, struggled to secure employment. Despite her relentless efforts to sell candies, clothes, barley, or chickpeas in local markets and restaurants, she barely scraped by, living in a makeshift shack. She and her sister relied on the kindness of community members for their sustenance.

Recognized as a vulnerable individual in need of assistance, Hindya was connected to Cheshire’s disability support services by the local government.