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Community Service Award 2025 Ms. Terryl Rae Just
For 18 years, Teri was not just a beloved and highly successful teacher at the International School Yangon (ISY); she was a true force for change. Teri has dedicated over 30 years to championing the welfare of street animals worldwide. In Yangon, this passion led her to establish the Yangon Animal Shelter (YAS) in 2012 as an after-school activity at ISY.
What started as a small initiative has grown into ISY's longest-running service-learning program, inspiring generations of students, parents, and educators. Today, YAS stands as a testament to her vision —not just a shelter, but a movement that fosters compassion, education, and lifelong service.
Community Service Award 2024 Ms. Win Win Tint
Named a Young Global Leader by the World Economic Forum in 2013, Daw Win Win Tint is dedicated to creating a positive impact for the communities she serves. In 2013, the City Love and Hope Foundation was established, focusing on Health, Education, Environment, and Community. Through the foundation's sustainable growth initiatives, Daw Win Win Tint has been a force for positive change, embodying compassion and dedication in giving back to and taking care of the community.
Community Service Award 2020 Dr. Saldanha Winsome
Before there was a proper service learning program we had a Community Service program which for years and years was run by Daw Winsome. Fundraising for charitable purposes has been something Daw Winsome has engaged in year after year. Usually the beginning of the year sees a flood drive organised by Daw Winsome working with the Ayeyarwady Foundation to distribute the donated items and money. Then comes the Family Fun Fair which, Daw Winsome ran as the main High School Student Council Supervisor. Daw Winsome does not shout about her compassion she simply leads by example.
Community Service Award 2019 Ms. Elizabeth Shick
Liz served on the ISY Board from 2014 – 2019 being appointed as Chair in 2015. During her time on the Board of Trustees, Liz provided leadership during a challenging period of transition and guided the Board in making difficult decisions. The period Liz served on the Board of Trustees will long be remembered as one in which a new Director was hired, the new SAS Building opened, the school’s finances improved, scholarships for Myanmar students of need were created, new guiding statements and strategic themes were adopted, a new site in NPT was established, and greater transparency was instituted.
Community Service Award 2018 Mr. Thu Zaw
Mr. Thu Zaw is a dedicated leader within Myanmar society presiding over numerous committees and charitable organizations. He is the President of the Yangon Rotary club providing a venue for business leaders throughout Yangon to work together to serve the broader community. He has constructed a successful business model based on the principles of sustainability and community engagement. Thu Zaw is a very worthy recipient of the first annual Community Service Award.
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