Mel Ngai — ex-Christian Myanmar refugee - needs $150 for rent and food

She says, “My name is Mel Ngai, and I am a 31-year-old Rawang Nationality woman. I am writing to request your financial assistance during a very difficult time in my life.

I am an ex-Christian who became an atheist, driven by my quest for truth and justice. In 2021, I actively protested against the military coup in Burma, advocating for democracy and human rights. Unfortunately, my activism led to my arrest on April 24, 2021. During my imprisonment, I endured severe torture and faced sexual harassment, which left deep scars both physically and mentally.

After nearly three years of suffering, I managed to escape from prison on February 4, 2024, and fled to Mae Sot, Thailand. Since then, I have been struggling to rebuild my life. I am currently unemployed and facing significant financial difficulties. Without a stable income, I am unable to afford basic necessities such as rent, food, and mental health treatment.

I am reaching out to request your support to help cover my living expenses for the next few weeks. Your generous contribution will provide me with the means to pay for my rent and food, and also allow me to continue receiving the mental health treatment I desperately need to recover from the trauma I experienced.

Your assistance would be a beacon of hope during this challenging period and would greatly enhance my ability to regain stability and rebuild my life.

Thank you for considering my request. Any support you can provide would be deeply appreciated.”

Sincerely,

Mel Ngai

Mae Sot, Thailand