Profile twenty two

I am a student from Angola, living and studying in Liverpool. I have been living in Liverpool for five years now and I live with my little boy.

I have been studying Business Studies in college for four years. I then decided to go to university to study accounting and finance. The financial demands that the years of study would make on me were my main concern about going to university.   I do not have any family here in the UK. Also I could not apply for part time work during the weekend to support me with my studies as I have a little boy and I do not have anyone to take care of him.

My teacher was concerned about my situation and suggested that I applied to the John Moran Educational Trust for help. After sending in my application, I received a letter inviting me to come for interview. This took place on a Saturday and was a big issue for me as I was wondering who would l look after my little boy. Luckily one of my friends agreed to look after him and I attended the interview. 
About a week after the interview the Trust wrote to me saying that I had been chosen for an award. The money that was given to me by the trust helped me to buy a laptop and printer

I have now started Liverpool John Moores University.  I really enjoyed my first week as I met new teachers and students.  It is a completely new experience.

Finally I would like to say thanks to the trustees for the award which will be a great help to me during my time at university.