Today, as I hold my degree in my hand, I am happy, proud and satisfied because I have achieved one of my greatest goals: to graduate as an environmental engineer and to be the first professional in my family and my community. At the same time, I am flooded with memories of the past and excited to see what the future holds.
I would like to thank Siegfried Andermatt for giving me the strength and confidence to believe in my dream and fight for what I believe in.
To my family for never doubting my abilities and making it possible for me to achieve my big goal.
I never forget the role PAKASHKA SACHA has played in my journey, and I am grateful for the resources and support they have always offered me.
With all the knowledge I gained during my time at the university, I want to help my community because I know I am a great role model for them. I want to show the young people in my community that you can achieve anything as long as you are committed. Now I want to use everything I have learned and use my experiences to improve the living conditions in my community.

Sincerely, Byron Chimbo.