Part III (As told to Ushassu staff)

After completing the 10^th grade, P. Swathy was forced to end her studies and become a laborer to help support her family. Although weakened by the difficulty of the work and malnourishment, she retained a passion for learning and a desire to continue her studies one day.

With the support of WEP programs, Swathy started a 10×10 kitchen garden on her roof to provide her family with healthier meals. Now able to continue her education, Swathy has succeeded in her studies of English and Math.

Her own experiences have inspired Swathy to give back to her community. She volunteers at the local center for the elderly and plans to offer free courses to educate her poverty-stricken neighbors. Swathy hopes to become a primary school Math teacher, believing that primary education is fundamental to successful learning.

Blog Writer: Dorothy Sinnott