Chances Across Boarders : HOPE

Ovi Roka Start Date: Aug 7, 2024 - End Date: Dec 6, 2024
  • South Korea

My Travel Story

by: Ovi Roka Start Date: Aug 7, 2024 - End Date: Dec 6, 2024
At this moment, I'm getting a bit emotional. Never in my life I thought that I had to do this just for myself. Honestly, this funding campaign is for my personal cause. It may sound a bit dramatic, but life has taken an unexpected turn for me in a very short time. Imagine having to abandon your studies due to financial constraints. At 19, I was forced to drop out of my bachelor's program for this very reason. The college didn't supported me at all. My father, who worked day night to fund my education, he passed away from stroke, and I regret not being there during his final moments. Caught up in my studies, I neglected to check on his well-being. He always encouraged me to excel and pursue my dreams. I was on the right path, but his presence would have made a significant difference. It's been two years, and I've been working in restaurants and a bakery shop to make ends meet. My aspiration is to resume my education, fulfilling my father's wish for me to receive a quality education and become a qualified individual.




Thinking about past it hurts but now I am motivated to continue my education and will not allow my current circumstances to affect my life's ambitions. That's why I'm planning to pursue my bachelor's degree in Seoul, which is why I am preparing for my IELTS, aiming for a fresh start. (Many Korean university provides scholarships based on IELTS result so hope I'll do my best). The reason i choosed Korea is because it's lot cheaper when compared to other countries. The education there is really good btw. I intend to apply for the March intake next year, which means I need to begin my application process from September until early November. The total expenses until I arrive in Korea are estimated to be around 7 to 8 thousand dollars. While in Korea, I may take up a part-time job to support myself. However, for this campaign, I've set half the total as target because I saved some money from my job as well. Any amount I receive from this funding will be of great assistance to me. I am grateful for this platform, which offers me some hope for support.Thank you very much to you for taking your time to read about my situation. If you are willing to help me, please do so. It would mean the world to me.
  • South Korea