I believe in educating girls is more important than educating boys. The first teachers of children are mothers, and we need to educate them first.

I am fifteen years old and currently studying the IB Diploma Program as a junior at Ruamrudee International School in Bangkok. Since I was eleven, I have been traveling around South East Asia to aid in the promotion of educating children, especially girls, in impoverished areas. These young girls will grow to be mothers, who are the first educators of their children. Therefore, I am simply starting a cycle that will continually encourage the education of younger generations.

One of my main goals is to inspire youth to get out there and do small things to help those in need. If each of us do our part, it all adds up. It takes a little bit of effort on their part.” Youth participation in all aspects of human development has become critical in this day and age. As today’s young people shape the world of tomorrow, it is the wish of the Foundation that they be given proper tools, ideas and guidance to get access to all discussions relating to education, human values and involvement in servicing humanity.

- Natascha Yogachandra
Director. Chairperson Hope is Life Foundation

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