In 2021, Venkatkarthik had to leave school and begin working to support his family. What happened n

In 2021, Venkatkarthik had to leave school and begin working to support his family.

What happened next speaks to the power of access.

Here’s what he wrote to us:

“In 2021, my father died, and my family fell into extreme poverty. I had to stop my formal education to work as a laborer for ₹7,000 ($85) a month.

Everyone told me my academic life was over. But I found Khan Academy and .

For the last three years, I have used your platform to self-study Physics and Biology at a university level. I didn’t just consume the content; I became a contributor. I am now a volunteer tutor on Schoolhouse, teaching Biology to students worldwide from my small room in India.

Your platform gave me a second life. I just need a chance to show the world what I learned on it.”

Today, he’s applying to universities like MIT and Berea.

Access to free education can change the direction of a life.

If Khan Academy has played a role in your journey, we’d love to hear your story. Share it in the comments. 💙
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