Joziah, 5 years old

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Joziah is a remarkable young boy currently residing in a Safe Haven facility due to incidents of domestic violence. He is well-mannered and always greets others with a smile when he comes to school. Joziah remains hopeful that everything will be okay. He enjoys playing with little cars and dinosaurs.

Joziah currently resides in a shelter, as his mother is experiencing homelessness. Each day, he arrives at school in a pair of battered sneakers, their soles nearly worn through and the fabric frayed. Despite his best efforts to ask for a new pair, his mother, unable to secure employment, cannot afford to purchase sneakers for him. Joziah's worn shoes serve as a constant reminder of their struggles, affecting his confidence as he navigates through the school day.