On Her Way to Success

Pengmotso entered the My First Job Assistant Chef Program in 2019. She shares her story and her recent achievements with us.

Pengmotso entered the My First Job Assistant Chef Program in 2019. She shares her story and her recent achievements with us.
"Certain illnesses such as gynecological diseases become serious over time if not attended to. Everyone knows this but most of the time, we would rather deceive ourselves and disregard the pain rather than face the reality that we cannot afford to pay for medical services even if we badly need it," shares Tserangtso.
Most of the rural villages visited by the My Health, My Family, Our Safety Program share a common story - majority of the villagers endure sickness and don't prioritize their health. This is true in one of our project stops where a total of 255 people were attended to.
In 2016, Yangtsokyid dropped out of school and helped her family by working at a clothing shop. She also did labor work at the construction site where her father works. But they weren't earning enough to provide for the family and her sick mother. She entered our Vocational School Scholarship Program in August 2019 where she studies Tibetan Medicine. She enjoys her experience and is doing well in her academics.
"My two children are in high school and are both doing excellently in their studies. I feel proud and happy seeing that they cherish their education. I want my family to have a better life so I save up as much as I can. I have never considered taking care of my health as a priority."
For all the challenges currently gripping the world, we see light at the end of this COVID-19 tunnel. We remain positive and hopeful.
Mei, a diligent single mother, is busy working at home and in the fields everyday in order to support her daughter in school. Her daughter is in her first year of high school. Her main source of income is through farming, but the wheat, rapeseed and potatoes she grows are only enough for their own consumption. "I was extremely happy and grateful when I received two piglets 8 months ago."
When women are equipped with employable / income-generating skills, we not only give them a chance to make a living for themselves and their families; we also help build their confidence in themselves and in what they are capable of. The My First Job Assistant Chef program is bringing skills and opportunities to young women.