Yiga James is 13 years old. James lives with his mother and six siblings—three sisters and three brothers—after their father abandoned the family. He is the fifth born and helps at home by fetching water and cleaning around their home. James is a friendly boy with a bright smile, though he can be shy at times.

His favorite food is matooke and chicken, his favorite color is yellow, and he enjoys playing football. His favorite subject is mathematics, and his favorite Bible verse is James 1:12. James hopes to be the best student in his class this year. He dreams of becoming a pilot one day. He is healthy, hardworking, and would benefit from a father figure to encourage him as he grows.

CHILD ID: B-171
GENDER: Male
DATE OF BIRTH: December 22, 2011

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