My name is Aung Kyaw, and I come from a family of ten. My family immigrated to the United States in 2008, and like many newcomers, we faced many obstacles — especially when it came to building relationships and finding people we could trust. Coming to a new country with a different language and culture was frightening, and we often struggled to find guidance, resources, and support. Even in those hard times, I found ways to support my family and keep moving forward. My drive to succeed helped me finish high school and earn a Bachelor of Science in Public Health. I then spent four years working with LanguageLine, where I gained deep experience supporting families, providing interpretation services, and helping people access the services they deserved. That experience inspired me to start Aung Community Behavioral Health Network, LLC. Since 2023, I have been working with children and parents as an intern, focusing on mentorship, healing, and family support. Through this work, I discovered how much I love building strong families and helping them navigate life together. My dream is to create safe, stable spaces where families can heal from trauma, learn new skills, and feel truly seen and supported. Along the way, I have learned a great deal about myself — my strengths, my resilience, and my ability to create positive environments and healthy workplaces. Every day, my goal is to use that experience to support youth and families in Utica, help them heal, and guide them toward a hopeful future.