From Trauma to Talent: Sivanh’s Journey of Empowerment
peoplesystems2025-04-22T11:24:52+08:00Sivanh, a young Laotian artist and entrepreneur, shares how inclusive training empowered his journey from trauma to talent. In the heart of Laos, a young man named Sivanh Sibounhueang has transformed tragedy into purpose. At the age of 16, he lost both arms in a life-altering electrical accident. The traumatic event led to isolation, depression, and uncertainty about his future. But instead of succumbing to despair, Sivanh picked up a pencil—with his toes—and started to draw. Today, he is not only a thriving artist but a national advocate for inclusive entrepreneurship and disability empowerment. His journey was made possible [...]
