Coming to America the hard way with no money or contacts & living the dream

Long Shot Leaders with Michael Stein

Coming to America the hard way with no money or contacts & living the dream

Anu Wat was born in India, shares with us her inspiring journey of overcoming poverty and discrimination.

As young as ten years old, Anu was aware of her country’s discrimination against women and the impact of poverty in her life; that is why as young as she was, Anu was incredibly motivated to leave her country, which was hindered at that time by her parents who were worried for her leaving at such young age. After getting a degree in statistics and dentistry, her struggles worsened as there were no opportunities that welcomed her due to her poor background and her being a woman. These unjust circumstances ignited Anu’s desire to leave her country. Although she didn’t have many resources to leave and sustain herself outside India, she eventually obtained funding to study in the United States. As an emigrant, Anu faced numerous discouragements, which led her to think of a way to help other fellow immigrants. That became a reality when she started her company, Wings Education. Her company is effectively lending help to those who aspire to emigrate.