Stories of Impact

“If your father and I had finished college and become professionals, you would never have experienced living in poverty.” My mother used to tell me this when she was still alive. I come from a poor family. My parents are gardeners, and we live in a small house far from the city. Most of our neighbors are also gardeners or farmers, and that is how we all make a living. Poverty is widespread in our community, and many people my age could not go to or finish college due to finan

Growing up, education often felt like an impossible dream. My family faced financial struggles, but we pressed on with hope and determination. Then tragedy struck: my parents were involved in a serious accident that left them both disabled. Our challenges multiplied, yet my mother’s perseverance and humility became a daily reminder that strength is found in resilience. I longed to be a source of strength for my family and a role model for my community. That opportunity came t