Campaign Story

Hello, and thank you for taking the time to read my story.

My name is Ihunaya, and I am a Nigerian student studying Health Science at the University of the People (UoPeople).

My journey to higher education has not been easy.

I completed my secondary education in 2008. At that time, I hoped to continue to university, but I did not have the financial support or sponsorship needed to make that possible. As the years passed, my dream of attending university began to feel impossible. I eventually lost hope that I would ever have the opportunity to pursue higher education.

Then, in 2024, something changed.

I discovered an opportunity to continue my education through online learning at the University of the People. For me, this was more than simply being accepted into a university. It restored a hope that I had almost given up on.

I began my Health Science studies and have continued working toward my degree. I am deeply grateful for the opportunity because it has shown me that it is never too late to pursue an educational dream.

Today, however, I am facing another serious challenge: I do not have a reliable laptop.

Because my university education is online, having access to a computer is essential. I currently depend mainly on my smartphone for my studies. While my phone has helped me come this far, it is not enough for everything required of an online university student.

My university also requires proctored examinations, which require access to a suitable computer and the necessary examination environment. At one point, I was at risk of missing an important proctored examination simply because I did not have access to a laptop. This was frightening because missing an examination could directly affect my academic progress.

I do not want the lack of a laptop to become the reason I am unable to continue an education that took me so many years to finally begin.

I am also developing practical digital and remote-work skills, including Virtual Assistant skills, online research, communication, customer support, and other skills that can help me build a sustainable source of income.

A reliable laptop would therefore mean much more to me than simply owning a computer.

It would be a tool for continuing an education that I once believed I would never have.

With a laptop, I would be able to:

• Complete my university coursework more effectively.

• Participate in required proctored examinations without depending on borrowed or temporary devices.

• Conduct academic research and prepare assignments more efficiently.

• Participate fully in online learning and professional development.

• Continue developing digital and Virtual Assistant skills.

• Apply for legitimate remote-work opportunities.

• Build skills that can help me become more financially independent.

I am respectfully asking for help obtaining a reliable laptop that I can use for my education and career development.

A new laptop would be wonderful, but I would also be sincerely grateful for a good-quality refurbished laptop that can handle university work, research, online learning, proctored examinations, and professional training.

Ideally, I am looking for a laptop with at least 8 GB RAM and SSD storage, so that it can remain useful as I continue developing my skills.

I understand that many people around the world are facing their own challenges, and I do not take any support for granted. Whether you are able to contribute toward a laptop, donate a suitable laptop, or connect me with an organization or individual who may be able to help, every form of support would mean a great deal to me.

I am willing to provide reasonable proof of my university enrollment and explain how the laptop will be used for my education and professional development to legitimate donors or organizations that require verification.

My goal is not simply to receive a laptop.

My goal is to use that laptop to protect the educational opportunity I finally received in 2024, complete the degree I once thought I would never have, develop valuable skills, and build a more stable and independent future.

I lost hope after finishing secondary school in 2008.

In 2024, education gave me that hope again.

Today, I am asking for a tool that can help me continue.

Thank you sincerely for reading my story, believing in the value of education, and considering supporting my journey.

With gratitude,

Ihunaya

Health Science Student

University of the People

Nigeria