Program Overview

Student

To protect the privacy of our students, we are unable to reveal their names. However, around 100 students registered to our program, and we were able to successfully connect with around 50 students.

Volunteers

The program thrives on high achieving high school and college student volunteers that compassionately dedicate their time to help children in Myanmar improve their English speaking, reading, and writing skills.

Ely Bor

University of Florida

"My favorite part of the program is that all of my ‘little one’ are very eager to learn. I enjoy exchanging knowledge about the culture and an open space to share our ideas. They bring so much joy, love, and happiness to my life."

Lucy Par

University of Indiana, Bloomington

"One thing I enjoy most about the program is being able to teach the kids. I love how they’re always so eager to learn, so respectful, and always asking questions. Seeing them so happy when they’re learning makes me want to do the best I can for them. More than just teaching, we are able to build a connection between each other, and it’s very heart warming to me"

Elena Par

Wheaton College, Illinois

"My favorite part about this program is witnessing our students grow. They are so attentive and engaged during class. It feels so special to be apart of it all. I love seeing their smiley faces! I look forward to Fridays and Sundays because of them."

Linda Tial

University of Indiana, Bloomington

"My favorite part about the program is spending time with my students; not only teaching them but also learning from them and with them. They always come to class so eager and passionate to learn, which inspires me to work harder in my own academic life! I really appreciate their desire to learn!"

Paris

University of Indiana, Bloomington

"As someone who places a great emphasis on education, I enjoy seeing the students taking education serious and getting very enthusiastic about learning. When the students were asked about their future goals, many of them have goals to lift up our country through their knowledge and education despite the current situation in Burma. If this is the future of Burma, I have pretty good feeling about our country!"

Geneve Par

Lakeview High School

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Rosey Sung

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor

"My favorite part of this program is that I have the opportunity to reconnect with my language and culture. I am learning a lot from our students as I get to know them better. Being a part of this program has been a very enjoyable, fulfilling, and eye-opening experience."

Besheba Sung

Kellog Community College

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Ami Hnem

University of Indiana, Bloomington

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Mah Sui

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor

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Iris Par

Lake Orion High School

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Dawt Ku

Lakeview High School

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Biak Par

Western Michigan University

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Teresa Lian

Cornell University

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Reason For Program Termination

The program ended May 2022 due to lack of sufficient funds to provide financial assistant to children in Myanmar for their internet fees. Additionally, students in the Chin state of Myanmar experiences power outage frequently, which prevented them from being able to attend their classes.

Upcoming Plans

ITWE began hosting fundraising events to be able to financially support children in Myanmar who are eager to learn and hopes to be able to continue the program soon.