Francesca Fadel, 17, led a group of six to make a home from bamboo that will last for around 30 years.
It’s not every day you encounter a teenager embarking on a mission to build a house for an underprivileged family, but that’s precisely what Francesca Fadel, a 17-year-old pupil at the American Community School of Abu Dhabi, undertook during her summer break this year in Ecuador.
A Summer with a Purpose
Francesca’s summer took an extraordinary turn as she partnered with the non-profit charity “Casas Emergentes de Bambu” (Caemba), which translates to “Emergency Bamboo Houses.”
Her mission: to recruit a dedicated team of six individuals and journey to South America to contribute to the construction of a home for a family in dire need.
Caemba’s Noble Cause
Caemba, a charitable organization, was established with the noble goal of assisting Ecuadorians who found themselves homeless in the wake of the devastating earthquake that struck on April 16, 2016.
Francesca Fadel’s remarkable commitment and her team’s dedication are shining examples of youth-driven initiatives that make a tangible difference in the lives of those facing adversity.