Yang Ying, a second-year graduate student at New York University, has turned personal hardship into a mission to support fellow international students navigating legal challenges in New York City.
Upon arriving in the city, Yang faced numerous difficulties due to her unfamiliarity with local laws and regulations. Recognizing that many other international students shared similar struggles, she was inspired to take action. She embarked on a legal consultancy services project aimed at assisting international students and immigrants with legal issues.
Despite the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, Yang remained committed to her cause. She continued to build her business, dedicating herself to providing much-needed legal support during a time of unprecedented uncertainty. In one notable case, her firm successfully helped a domestic violence victim obtain a protection order from the court, offering a lifeline to someone in dire need.
\”The pandemic made everything more challenging,\” Yang reflected. \”But it also showed me how important it is to support each other, especially in difficult times.\”
During the height of the pandemic, Yang was deeply moved when she received a health package from China. The gesture reinforced her sense of connection to her homeland and highlighted the importance of international solidarity.
Looking back on the past year, Yang described 2020 as \”quite harsh.\” However, with the advent of COVID-19 vaccines, she is optimistic about the future. \”The situation is developing in a positive direction,\” she noted. \”One of my biggest takeaways from this year is to enjoy living in the moment.\”
Yang’s dedication to helping others has not only provided crucial support to those in need but has also fostered a sense of community among international students in New York. Her story is a testament to resilience and the impact one individual can have on others, even during the most challenging times.
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My 2020 Moments: Legal eagle to foreign students' rescue in New York
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