From a small town in Myanmar called Pinlon to a successful career in Japan, Moon, a student of Shan ethnicity, embodies the spirit of perseverance and the transformative power of education. After funding her undergraduate degree with the help of a Zomia loan, Moon made it her mission to give back to the program that supported her. Now, reflecting on her journey, she hopes to help others achieve their dreams, just as she did. In this interview, Moon shares her inspiring story of resilience, success, and a deep sense of responsibility she feels to pay it forward.
On Tuesday, voters in the United States will go to the polls as they do every November—and as nearly any literate adult knows, the U.S. presidency is up for grabs in 2020. Four years ago, Zomia conducted a pre-election poll and organized discussions with students. This year, we decided to follow more closely and have some fun as results come in.