Shwe Yamin Htike

Peer Youth Leadership Group - 7

Joined Rays of Youth in 2022

“Learn something every day.”

Throughout her three years as a Youth Network Group member, Shwe Yamin Htike experienced meaningful growth and transformation. Her leadership skills especially developed during camping activities, where she often took the lead. Through these responsibilities, she learned how to plan, organize, and manage tasks smoothly, ensuring that activities ran effectively. These experiences helped her understand not only the structure of leadership, but also how to make decisions and guide others in real situations.

She believes she has become more capable as a leader, and she applies what she learned from Rays of Youth to her school life as well. Although she still feels that her communication skills need improvement, she actively discusses important matters with her teammates whenever necessary. Her willingness to engage in teamwork, problem-solving, and planning has strengthened her role as a supportive and reliable group member.

By consistently practicing leadership in different environments, she has built a foundation of confidence and collaboration. The lessons she gained from the trainings became especially valuable when she faced situations that required planning, coordination, and decision-making. Even though she is still working on expressing her ideas more comfortably, she recognizes that growth takes time and continues to push herself.

Her guiding message is simple yet powerful: “Learn something every day.”

At present, she is not heavily involved in community activities, but she continues to take on small leadership responsibilities in school. Her journey reflects steady progress, quiet strength, and ongoing commitment to becoming a better version of herself.