Peer Youth Leadership Batch - 5 Joined Rays of Youth in 2020 “Life Goes On” Eh Paw Kalay, a participant of the Rays of Youth Peer Youth Leadership Program (Batch 5), grew up with a strong determination to improve herself and contribute to the community around her. While studying at Parami Learning Center, she heard about the Rays of Youth Leadership Course and applied with the intention of strengthening her leadership skills, gaining essential knowledge, and fostering a bette

VET Batch - 4 Joined Rays of Youth in 2025 “If you have passion, it will” Kyi Shwe Oo live in a migrant border area, and she has a passion for sewing. she learned about the sewing course through online sources. During the two‑month training period, she was taught embroidery, hand‑stitching, sewing‑machine skills, textile knowledge, and measurement methods in a systematic way. she also learned how to create patterns from the basics and how to design different styles based on

VET Batch - 4 Joined Rays of Youth in 2025 “Never give up for your future” Nant Margret became interested in this sewing course after it was shared with her by her friend, Ma Thin Waw Waw Kyaw, who is also a participant. She decided to join because the course offered not only sewing skills but also handicraft techniques and eco‑printing, all of which greatly appealed to her. She attended this sewing course during the summer school holidays of the 2024–2025 academic year. The

Youth Network Group Joined Rays of Youth in 2024 “The happiness of your life depends upon the quality of your thoughts.” After finishing high school, she joined the Rays of Youth Program because she wanted to gain leadership-related experience before continuing her university education. During the training period, she gained experience in leadership, stepping out of her comfort zone to take on new challenges, and working collaboratively with others as part of a team. After c

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

Peer Youth Leadership Batch - 5 Joined Rays of Youth in 2020 Youth Leadership Batch - 5 Joined Rays of Youth in 2020 “Life is Not Perfect, but Perfection is Not Life Either” Growing up as a student in a Migrant Learning Center, Thet Min Khant always aspired to gain new skills, broaden his experiences, and develop the ability to contribute meaningfully to his community. “Life is Not Perfect, but Perfection is Not Life Either” Growing up as a student in a Migrant Learning Cente

VET Batch - 2 Joined Rays of Youth in 2024 VET Batch - 2 Joined Rays of Youth in 2024 “Keep Going Towards Your Precious Dreams” From courage to café dreams — Say Bwei Paw’s journey shows that even when you start with nothing but determination, you can build a future step by step. Keep believing, keep going, and never give up on your dreams. “Keep Going Towards Your Precious Dreams” Say Bwei Paw lived in Phop, which is far from Mae Sot, before she decided to mo

Peer Youth Leadership Group - 3 Joined Rays of Youth in 2017 "Growth begins the moment you choose courage over fear." For Myat Hsu Mon, these words represent the turning point in her life — a journey of transformation from a shy, quiet student into a confident young leader making a real impact in her community. Her story with Rays of Youth (ROY) began in 2017, when she was a Grade 7 student. After attending one of ROY’s Peer-to-Peer training sessions, she was deeply inspired

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