In Myanmar, many young people take part in a meaningful Buddhist tradition before reaching adulthood: spending time in a monastery. This rite of passage allows boys and girls to experience monastic life and deepen their understanding of spiritual values.
In March, 20 boys from Myittar Yaung Chi participated in this important ritual. After shaving their heads — the symbolic first step — they spent five days living like monks in a monastery.
The tradition had been paused for the past two years but was finally able to resume this year. The experience is considered an important milestone in personal development and is deeply rooted in Myanmar’s cultural identity.
In the future, the girls from the orphanage will also have the opportunity to take part in this tradition once they are older, continuing the cultural legacy shared by many Burmese families.
