The journey of sisters Oark Nayhouy and Oark Nayheang from the Steung Meanchey garbage site to university graduates and professionals is a testament to the transformative power of education and determination.

The government should increase financial aid for the more than 1.3 million students living in extreme poverty so that they do not remain trapped in poverty for the rest of their lives, Equitable Education Fund managing director Kraiyos Patrawart said.