Meet Kaung Pyae Zin Oo (Kaung Zin)

Name (Nickname): Kaung Pyae Zin Oo (Kaung Zin)
Age: 22 years
Hometown: A remote farming community in Ayeyarwady Delta, Myanmar
Education: Bachelor of Social Science and Sustainable Development
University: Chiang Mai University
Expected Graduation Date: May 2027

Kaung is a passionate and resilient student from a rural village in Myanmar. Despite growing up in a farming family with limited access to education, he has persevered to study Social Science and Sustainable Development at Chiang Mai University.

Kaung’s dream is to establish learning hubs that bridge local knowledge with global opportunities, empowering rural communities to thrive.

About Kaung Zin

Get to know Kaung Zin beyond his academic journey!

• Favourite Hobbies:
  
• Hidden Talent: He loves cooking traditional Burmese dishes and sharing meals with friends.
  
• Personal Motto: “Perseverance and kindness can change the world.”
  
• Most Memorable Experience: Teaching younger children in his nearby community in Thai-Myanmar Borderline area inspired his dream to improve rural education.
  
• Relaxation: When not studying, Kaung Zin loves hiking in the mountains to reconnect with nature.
  

Kaung Zin’s Background

Kaung Zin grew up in Alalsu Village, a remote farming community in the Ayeyarwady Delta of Myanmar, where access to education was limited. Coming from a farming family, Kaung witnessed firsthand the barriers rural communities face, from underdeveloped infrastructure to a lack of educational resources.

Despite these challenges, Kaung Zin showed extraordinary determination to succeed academically. After experiencing political and economic turmoil in Myanmar, he pursued higher education abroad at Chiang Mai University in Thailand, where he is currently studying Social Science and Sustainable Development.

Kaung Zin’s journey is marked by resilience and adaptability. He balances his studies with part-time work, gaining hands-on experience through internships and community service. His ultimate goal is to transform education systems and empower rural communities by creating inclusive learning hubs that combine local knowledge with global opportunities.

Kaung Zin’s Vision

Kaung Zin believes in the power of education to transform communities. His goal is to create inclusive learning hubs that address the inequities in rural education, empowering future generations with the tools to thrive.

Become Kaung Zin’s Personal Sponsor

Would you like to make a direct and life-changing impact by sponsoring Kaung Zin’s education? As a personal sponsor, you can ensure he receives the financial support needed to complete his studies while building a meaningful connection with his journey.

Your Sponsorship Includes:

• Direct Support: Cover tuition fees, living expenses, or learning materials to help Kaung Zin focus entirely on his education.
  
• Exclusive Donor Reports: Receive detailed updates on Kaung Zin's progress, academic achievements, and personal growth. Reports are available per semester or annually based on your preference.
  
• Recognition & Gratitude: As a personal sponsor, you will receive heartfelt thank-you messages from Kaung Zin and our team.

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