Don Bosco Technical Institute and Assistance Center in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, provides education for youth who have not been able to complete a traditional Higher education. The center has been in operation since 2001, starting with 30 students. Today more than 300 students are gaining skills in car mechanics, tailoring, secretarial services, welding and construction. Yanjinpagam teaches sewing at the institute. "At the age of five, my health deteriorated, and my back began to round and lose mobility," she explained. My legs became paralyzed, and I couldn't speak or stand. I slept for seven years. Then, at the age of 12, I partially recovered the use of my legs thanks to an operation, and at the age of 12, I finally went to school for the first time at Don Bosco Secondary and Technical School. Because of my disability, I was very concerned after graduation. I had no idea which company would hire me." Yanjinpagam obtained employment through the school where she received her education. "To my great surprise, the school's director approached me and offered me a position as a laboratory assistant with a high salary." I was overcome with happiness. As a result, I was offered a scholarship to study fashion design at one of the country's most prestigious universities. I was working and studying at the same time. I still work as a sewing teacher and support my family. My life has improved significantly. I was truly fortunate. Unfortunately, osteoporosis and the lowering of my spine made my back worse. However, I am eternally grateful to God and Don Bosco for allowing me to change my life.
Yanjinpagam obtained employment through the school where she received her education. "To my great surprise, the school's director approached me and offered me a position as a laboratory assistant with a high salary." I was overcome with happiness. As a result, I was offered a scholarship to study fashion design at one of the country's most prestigious universities. I was working and studying at the same time. I still work as a sewing teacher and support my family. My life has improved significantly. I was truly fortunate. Unfortunately, osteoporosis and the lowering of my spine made my back worse. However, I am eternally grateful to God and Don Bosco for allowing me to change my life.
