User:Nay Chi aria

My life began in a small village called Pint Sin Te in Ban Mauk township in northern region of Myanmar and it is populated with Kadu ethnic people. My family, like most families in the region, worked hard as gold miners but struggled to make ends meet. Our village lacked basic amenities such as electricity, functional primary schools, medical facilities, and road access to cities. Despite these hardships, I have many fond memories of the simple joys of life.

When I was eight, my parents decided to send me to live with my aunt in Wuntho to pursue a good education. They knew the importance of education and did not want me to follow the same path as others in the region, who seldom finished primary school and went to work in gold mines. Although the decision was difficult for my parents, they were willing to make the financial sacrifice to ensure I had a better future. Moving to Wuntho was a big adjustment for me, and I struggled initially. However, I persevered, made new friends, and started studying in a big school. Despite not being the brightest student, I always tried my best and took my studies seriously. I learned valuable life skills such as managing my allowances, doing house chores, and taking care of myself. These experiences made me more independent and self-sufficient from a young age.

After completing my matriculation exam, I spent several months in my village due to the COVID-19 pandemic. When I returned to Wuntho, I worked as a salesgirl in Yan Aung store to improve my English and save up for university. However, the military coup in February 2021 delayed my plan to attend the university, and I had to leave Wuntho due to the phone and internet shutdowns. I then moved to Mandalay in 2022 May to improve my English and Mathematics and prepare for further study abroad. Starting a new life in Mandalay on my own without support of my relatives has been a huge challenge for me but I already managed to sit SAT Mathematics exam in 2022 December, and now currently am preparing to sit IELTS English test in June.

My commitment to education and improving the lives of my village is unwavering. That's why I am determined to learn about economics and business in my bachelor's degree. With this knowledge, I hope to create small and medium-sized economic opportunities in my village that can provide better living standards for the residents. I want to empower the people in my village and help them build a sustainable future for themselves, one that doesn't rely solely on gold mining.

My experiences have taught me the importance of education, independence, and resilience. Even though my life has been full of challenges and hardships, I have always managed to endure them, and I am committed to making a positive impact in the lives of others.