Volunteers
Rick Belcher
Conversational English |
I was born in South Carolina and currently live in East Tennessee with my wife Linda, a silly dog Elsa, and a few chickens. I am a US Navy Veteran and after my service I attended the University of Tennessee and earned a Bachelor and a Master's degree. I taught Engineering and Manufacturing to High school students before taking an Engineering position in the private sector that I recently retired from. My favorite hobbies are fishing and kayaking. My favorite activity is spending time with GOD's word studying the bible with a Bible Study Fellowship International group. We meet on line once a week and it is truly a blessing. I am also blessed to be teaching the English 1 class to a fabulous group of students! |
Machiko Watanabe
Japanese |
I was born and raised in Tokyo. After working for a real estate company for 12 years, I decided to leave my job when my husband was transferred abroad. We lived in Oregon for three years. During that time, I had the opportunity to learn English, and inspired by that experience, I obtained a qualification as a Japanese language teacher. I have a passion for cultural exchange. I teach Japanese at a language school in Tokyo and also work as an online tutor |
Subham Sarkar
Science |
Subham is a Geology Graduate from Presidency University, Kolkata, and also has a Doctoral degree which he earned while working in the Indian Space Research Organization. He is currently working as a Post-Doctoral Fellow at Physical Research Laboratory, Ahmedabad, which is an autonomous body under the Department of Space, Government of India. He loves to read, recite poems, watch movies, listen to songs and loves to take on new challenges. |
Soumendu Bag
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Soumendu is a Zoology Graduate from The University of Burdwan, Burdwan and studying for Doctoral degree in Visva-Bharati, Santiniketan. He loves to read, watch football and movies, listen to songs and loves to experience new things. |
Sherri Lee
encourager |
Sherri lives in Beaverton, Oregon and works in accounting. She is married and has two college-aged sons. In her free time, she enjoys reading, hiking, crafts, cooking, gardening and working with kindergarten thru 2nd grade kids at church. |
Shee Shee
K and 1st Graders |
Shee Shee is from Bago, Myanmar. She is currently living in our Mae Sai ForgetNot International HQ. Now she is teaching the children as a volunteer. |
Namkyun Kim
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I was born in South Korea. I received a degree in computer science from the university there. After graduating, I went onto studied Master of Divinity and Master of Theology degrees for missionary work. Today, I live in Yangon, Myanmar with my wife, Kim Minju and five children. |
Sara Ray
Conversational English |
I grew up in Davenport, Iowa and have lived in Bettendorf, Iowa for my entire adult life. My husband, Max, and I have 4 children at home and 2 adult children with their families. I have an associates degree in liberal arts from our local community college. I have a passion for God’s Word and participate in several Bible studies throughout the week. I enjoy spending time with my family, going on motorcycle/moped rides, kayaking, biking, walking, gardening and just about anything that is outside. |
Ruth Suh
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I was born and raised in South Korea and now live in Salem, Oregon, with my husband and elderly mother. God has blessed me with three grown children who are building their own lives. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of working with both children and adults, introducing them to the beauty of Korean culture and language. I’m passionate about fostering connections, building relationships, and promoting understanding through cultural exchange. |
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A passionate individual with a rich cultural background, Young lives in Beaverton, Oregon, with his wife and their three children: two college-aged daughters and a son in high school. Originally from South Korea, he brings a unique global perspective to both his personal and professional life.
With a deep commitment to understanding the human experience, Young holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Master of Divinity from South Korea. He furthered his education with a Master’s in Counseling and Education from Texas, USA, blending his expertise in mental health and spiritual guidance. Outside of his professional pursuits, Young is an avid lover of sports and the great outdoors. Whether it's playing tennis, enjoying a soccer match, or hiking in nature, he thrives in activities that keep him active and connected to the world around him. |
Young Gi Choi
Korean
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Abraham is a high school student living in Oregon. His parents are Korean and moved to America before he was born. He likes tennis and soccer. His career is to become an engineer. |
Abraham Choi
Korean
Ashwini Kelkar |
Ashwini grew up in Delhi, India with schooling and Bachelors from Delhi University and Masters from Bombay. With about 3 years of industry experience at Chennai and Bangalore in software, she chose to pursue higher studies in Mathematics from Arizona State University. After teaching for 10 years at Mody University, Rajasthan as an Assistant Professor, she is currently a visiting faculty member at Meritorium Academy.
She is a dedicated Heartfulness practitioner for over two decades and passionately advocates for its effectiveness in fostering inner balance and well being. Her commitment to this practice led her to become a certified Yoga Trainer enabling her to integrate the principles of Heartfulness into her teaching and personal life. Based in Bombay and Goa, Ashwini enjoys spending time with her family along with teaching at Forget Not International school. |