VET Batch - 3 Joined Rays of Youth in 2024 I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.  Philippians 4:13 Saw Thura Min Tin grew up in Myanmar with a strong interest in media, but he had no background knowledge or support to enter this field. When he learned about the ROY Vocational Education Training (VET) Program, he saw it as a chance to follow his passion and immediately decided to join the Media course. During the training, he faced many challenges, especia

VET Batch - 1 Joined Rays of Youth in 2022 Don’t stop — your dream is waiting for you. After the impact of COVID-19, Aung Kyaw Moe was no longer able to continue his formal education. Even though life became difficult, he refused to give up. In 2022, he decided to join the Vocational Education Training (VET) program to learn a practical skill that could support his future. He had a dream to work professionally in the Food & Beverage field, especially as a barista, so he cho

VET Batch - 2 Joined Rays of Youth in 2023 Success comes from taking action; desire alone is not enough. Htaung Hlaing Mu is one of the migrant youth who joined the Vocational Education Training (VET) program. He decided to join because he was not able to continue his formal education, and he wanted to learn a skill he could use for his future. During the VET Media course, he faced many challenges, especially with language. Most media and IT terms were in English, so it w

VET Batch - 3 Joined Rays of Youth in 2024 “You have to fight to reach your dream.You have to sacrifice and work hard for it.” Nang Phyo Thet Hsu joined the Vocational training program because she could no longer continue her formal education. She wanted to learn a practical skill that could support her future and help her build a stable livelihood. Instead of giving up, she chose a new path that could open opportunities for her life. At the beginning of her training jou

VET Batch - 1 Joined Rays of Youth in 2022 "Move forward with self-confidence." For Aung Thiha, these words became the guiding force that transformed his life. Growing up in Mae Sot and attending a migrant learning center, he faced numerous challenges, especially when the Covid-19 pandemic temporarily suspended schools, leaving his future uncertain. Unsure of the path ahead, Aung Thiha found his passion in media when he joined the Vocational Education Training (VET) Batch-1

VET Batch - 2 Joined Rays of Youth in 2023 “Do not be afraid to face failure and challenges” Zin Moe Hlaing is a successful young professional who has been working at Naisaen Bakery for two years. She came from Myanmar due to family difficulties and faced many challenges in her education. She studied at a migrant learning center in Maesot, but since her family could not fully support her education, she decided to pursue a vocational training program with a strong passion fo

Youth Leadership Group - 3 Joined Rays of Youth in 2017 "Today a child, tomorrow a leader" For Saw Aung Chitlo, these words have been more than just a motto—they have guided his journey of personal growth and commitment to empowering young people in his community. Known among his peers as Mine Khine Yaing or Kyaw Mine during his school days, Saw Aung Chitlo joined the Batch 3 Youth Leadership Program at Rays of Youth while he was in 9th grade at the Children Development Cen

VET Batch - 2 Joined Rays of Youth in 2024 “Do everything you love” Mar Tay Oo is one of the migrant youth in Mae Sot. Before joining the vocational program, he worked as a daily-paid construction worker to support his family. After a few years, he wanted to become a skilled worker. He was also passionate about the Food & Beverage field, so in 2024 he decided to join the vocational training program. When he first joined, he was shy to communicate with friends and didn’t h

VET Batch - 2 Joined Rays of Youth in 2023 "Because nothing is impossible, we should spend the rest of our lives combining perseverance and effort."   This mantra became a guiding light for Naw Hser Wah. After completing Grade 12 at CDC migrant learning center, she faced daunting challenges in continuing her education due to a lack of legal documentation and language barriers. In 2023, she enrolled in the Media and Creative Course at Rays of Youth's Vocational Education Tra

VET Batch - 3 Joined Rays of Youth in 2024 “Focus on your present and do your best.” Nan Ar Kyin Nar Moe joined the Vocational Food & Beverage Course because she had a passion for making food and drinks. Before joining the program, she studied for the GED at a migrant learning center in Mae Sot. She wanted to continue higher education, but her family faced financial difficulties. Because of this, she decided to build a vocational career that could support her future. Duri

Formal Youth Network Group Member Joined Rays of Youth in 2014 "Pay attention to your thoughts, think positively, and see the good. You will experience goodness and act on good things." Saw Pi Ngae's journey began at the CDC Migrant Learning Center, where he cultivated a passion for leadership and community education. In 2014, he took a significant step by joining the Rays of Youth Leadership Program, motivated by his desire to empower others and make a difference in his co

VET Batch - 1 Joined Rays of Youth in 2022 “Every day you learn something new, you're one step closer to your goals. Keep going.” Meet Nay Lin Naing, a 22-year-old whose journey from adversity to achievement embodies resilience and determination. Originally from a challenging background, Nay Lin relocated to Thailand with his family 15 years ago, seeking a better life. Settling in Mae Sot, he attended the Children’s Development Center (C.D.C), graduating in 2019. However, t

VET Batch - 2 Joined Rays of Youth in 2023 “Bad days are parts of good life” Thiri Kyaw, who successfully completed the Vocational Education Training Batch 2, has come a long way in her journey. She decided to join the VET program due to her family’s financial difficulties and her desire to learn a practical skill that could support her future livelihood. She had heard from friends that the program offered courses in F&B, and she wanted to build a stable future by gaining k

VET Batch - 3 Joined Rays of Youth 2024  “No matter how difficult the journey may seem, keep going—your efforts will lead you to success.” I am Wai Paign Oo. Growing up, I faced many challenges that forced me to leave my home and move to Thailand in search of work. Due to family difficulties, I had to take on any job I could find to support myself and my loved ones. However, I quickly realized that without proper skills and training, achieving a stable and fulfilling career

VET Batch - 3 Joined Rays of Youth in 2024 “Keep Going Towards Your Precious Dreams”  My name is Saw Bwei Phaw. I live in Pho Phra and joined the Rays of Youth Vocational Education Training Program to work towards my dreams. Before joining the program, I did sewing work at home to support myself. My biggest dream is to open my own restaurant one day.                During the training, I faced many challenges such as accommodation, transportation, and financial difficulties

VET Batch - 1 Joined Rays of Youth in 2022 “You must always have confidence in yourself that you can do it.” Nan Ei Soe’s inspiring journey from the halls of a Myanmar Migrant Learning Center to the vibrant world of entrepreneurship exemplifies the transformative power of education. Completing the cooking and beverage course with Rays of Youth's Vocational Education Training Batch-1 in 2022, she acquired not only culinary skills but also the essential knowledge to achieve s

VET Batch - 1 Joined Rays of Youth in 2022 "I can do everything and I will try my best." Naw Moo Kyi's journey from Mae Sot to success is a testament to resilience and determination. Growing up in Mae Sot, she attended a migrant learning center until high school. When the COVID-19 pandemic struck, she faced significant challenges with online education and struggled to maintain her motivation. However, when the opportunity arose to join the Vocational Education Batch-1 in 20

VET Batch - 2 Joined Rays of Youth in 2023      "Value and cherish whatever work you are doing." Ms. Ja Seng Mei is a shining example of how vocational training can transform lives. A graduate of the Vocational Education Training Batch 2 in Food & Beverage at Rays of Youth in 2022, she made a courageous leap from traditional higher education to vocational training, driven by financial constraints. Embracing this change, she developed essential skills in hospitality, hygiene

VET Batch - 2 Joined Rays of Youth in 2023 "Every effort has the promise of a better tomorrow." Htet Aung embodies this powerful mantra as he navigates his journey in the culinary world. Currently the chief at Mable Restaurant in Mae Sot, Thailand, Htet Aung's path began with the Rays of Youth's Batch-2 vocational education training program in Food & Beverage, which he joined in 2023. Motivated by the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, he was determined to turn adversity

VET Batch - 1 Joined Rays of Youth in 2022 “It is never too late to start something.” For Hay Shay, these words became the driving force behind his journey of growth and self-discovery. Growing up in a migrant community, he attended the Parami learning center and, in 2022, took the crucial step of joining the Rays of Youth Vocational Education Training Program. There, he focused on Food & Beverage, alongside gaining practical experience in entrepreneurship and digital marke