Ruth lives in Kamabuye with her mother and brother. Her father has been in prison since 2017, serving a 20-year sentence. Since his imprisonment, her mother has struggled to support the family on her own. She has no stable job, relying only on working as a laborer for others, and they do not have land to grow crops. Despite these hardships, they own their home. Ruth attends school regularly and performs well academically. At home, her mother is proud of her good behavior and strong work ethic. Ruth helps by washing dishes and sweeping the house.