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success
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Worldwide Impact
Focus Areas
Myanmar
After 50 years of military dictatorship, Myanmar (formerly Burma) suffers from numerous internal conflicts. Their school system is extremely discriminatory and requires students to take fee-paying classes, making them inaccessible to the poorest young people.
Pakistan
In Pakistan a low percentage of the national budget goes to education, resulting in a lack of necessary facilities, materials, and teacher training programs - especially in rural areas. Many children in these areas are unable to attend school.
Thailand
Thailand's school system is in a crisis and needs to move into the 21st century because the curriculum is outdated and inadequate. Rural schools and students suffer from a lack of funding and resources. Marginalized groups have additional challenges in competing for teachers and supplies.
Every Face Tells a Story
Name: Sahil Labha
Country: Pakistan | Age: 13 years old
Sahil’s father works hard in a tannery, but his family's financial circumstances have always made it difficult for Sahil to receive an education. Despite these challenges, Sahil has not given up on his dreams and with the help of Empower, he has been able to pursue his education up to 5th grade so far. His favorite subject to study is Science and he dreams of becoming a doctor one day to help others.
