Pema Amnyi
Born in Tibet, Pema’s life was upended at the age of 9 by persecution, forcing her into a nomadic existence. She was stripped of her right to speak her language and practice her culture and religion, and her access to education was severely limited. At age 12, Pema secretly fled Tibet with her mother and a small group, embarking on a treacherous three-month journey across the Himalayas before finding refuge in northern India.
In India, Pema found safety but faced continued uncertainty and limited prospects. She attended school until her mother fell ill, compelling Pema to work and care for her. It was in India where she met and married another Tibetan, they now have two children together. In 2022, Pema and her family arrived in Australia on a humanitarian/refugee visa.
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https://cit.edu.au/courses/education_community/english_language/student_stories/pema_amnyi