Daniel is a young man from a Muslim background who came to live in our hostel during his studies. He cannot stand due a polio deformity he has had since he was three.  When he was searching for colleges to go for a teaching program, he was told, "you can't teach because you can't stand." He came to the center through the recommendation of our craft teacher and received calipers. Now, Daniel can stand up with the help of his calipers and walking stick, he applied again for the teaching program. He is now studying in the teaching program where he was previously rejected. Although he faces fears about his student teaching, he feels encouraged and empowered.  Coming from a family where his parents are hard-working laborers, he is o­ne of four children who has a chance to make a better life for his family!