Lynha’s parents were vegetable sellers, with none of their children in school. Lynha completed the ISF catch-up program quickly and was integrated into a public primary school.

Haway was supported through high school by the Room to Read Girls’ Education Programand went on to become the first girl from her village to attend university, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Science.

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.