Daniel is a bright and friendly young boy living with his parents and sister in Northern Iraq. His family was forced to leave their home in Syria in 2014 because of the violence caused by the Islamic State. Ever since, they have been living as refugees, working hard to rebuild their lives in a new place.

Daniel loves going to school and learning new things — especially in English class, which is his favorite! Kurdish language lessons can be a little challenging for him, but he always does his best. His favorite color is blue, and he loves dogs. When it comes to food, nothing makes him happier than a meal with chicken!

After school, you’ll most likely find Daniel outside playing soccer with his friends — one of his favorite ways to have fun. At home, he helps his mom by cleaning and doing the dishes, always eager to do his part for his family.

Life in Northern Iraq has not been easy. The region is still recovering from years of war, and many families like Daniel’s struggle with finding jobs, having enough food, and accessing clean water. Christians are a small minority in the area, which can bring extra challenges for families like his.

Even in the midst of difficulty, Daniel is full of hope. He finds strength in knowing that God loves him deeply and is always watching over him.