Mahejabin Akhter

Mahejabin Akhter is from the Bansbari Camp in the city of Syedpur. She has three siblings. Her father runs a small shop in the camp to support his family.
“I started my journey with OBAT Helpers in 2012 when I took admission in OBAT’s Computer Training Center. I completed my SSC (Secondary School Certificate) and HSC (High School Certificate) with a 5.0 GPA.
After passing my HSC (High School Certificate) exam, I could not apply to many universities, as my family could not afford the expenses associated with them. I took admission to a national University but I wasn’t content as I knew that I deserved something better. However, this was what my
circumstances allowed me to do. I was about to lose hope when I applied for China’s student scholarship program. Fortunately, I got a full scholarship! However, I had to pay all other living expenses. My family took loans to fulfill my dream. However, we were treading on thin ice. I decided to contact the president of OBAT Helpers, Mr. Anwar Khan Akmal and explained my situation to him. Surprisingly, he visited my home. At that time, I was in China but I can’t relate to how happy and surprised I was. This was not just my dream-my family also wanted me to have a bright future and be a role model for others in the community. Mr. Khan promised to provide me with all the support I needed to continue my studies.

It is a huge achievement for me to study abroad- one that would not be possible without the support of OBAT. Other than financial support, OBAT also enlisted me as a volunteer. I experienced a lot of personal growth working as a young community leader who was entrusted with creating positive change in
her surroundings. I now have the confidence to present my community’s needs as well as OBAT’s projects even in front of government officials!

I will be forever grateful to OBAT Helpers!”