Born to a poor rural family in the Mekong Delta whose situation was made worse by her father’s illness. Supported by Room to Read from Grades 6-12. Commuted 90 minutes each way to school every day.

Sreypich persevered and passed the formidable grade 12 exam on her second try - while working & studying in university. She earned an Associates’ degree (2 years) and currently works at a micro finance institution helping clients to secure loans to buy motorbikes.