🌆 Editor’s note: While 2020 tested everyone’s resilience, stories like Yang Ying’s remind us of hope in chaos. The New York University grad student turned her struggles into a mission to help others—proving heroes don’t always wear capes. Sometimes, they carry law books.
When Yang first arrived in the Big Apple, navigating U.S. laws felt like deciphering a foreign language. 🗽 'I didn’t realize how many international students faced similar issues,' she said. But instead of staying stuck, she built a legal consultancy to guide others—freeing clients from housing disputes, visa hurdles, and even helping a domestic violence survivor secure a court protection order. ⚖️
Then COVID-19 hit. As lockdowns spread, Yang’s inbox flooded with panicked messages. 'Students were stranded, scared, and clueless about their rights,' she recalled. Her team worked overtime, bridging gaps between cultures and legal systems. 💻✨
A turning point? Receiving a health package from China filled with masks and sanitizers. 'It wasn’t just supplies—it was a hug from home,' Yang shared. ❤️
Now, as vaccines roll out globally, Yang’s mantra for 2021? 'Live in the moment.' Her story? Proof that even the toughest years can spark change. 🌟
