Learning life at CMC
Li Xintong (alias) speaks of his experience as a migrant youth trainee in CMC's Life-Vocational Skills Training Program
"As for me, Beijing is a place full of beautiful memory. Although I have been here only for a short time, I found it a really nice place to be. With all the people I have met and things experienced as well as the places of interests that I have visited, I was moved, tasted happiness, and sometimes felt miserable.
I have learned a lot in CMC: regained confidence when I was upset and joy when sad. I began to know that I was not alone, since I have received love here whenever I need. CMC did not only enrich my life, but also helped me to remove most of my bad habits.
What I have learned from CMC changes my negative view towards life, teaching me that everyone has a prosperous future. It seems that I have reborn and gradually find the truths of life, which I have never imagined before. Take the relationship for example. Be polite to each other; control your temper when necessary; learn to express as well as listen carefully to others. It is communication that makes people closer. Moreover, form good habits, discover interests in learning, pay attention to your attitude and make sure of the quality and quantity when given a task.
These unforgettable days at CMC are the richest and happiest time during my life up till now. With regard to the time management, I know that everyone is given the same amount of time. But it differs on how we arrange it. After learning the urgency-importance graph, I try to divide things into different categories, so that things can be done orderly. A good plan enables me to make good use of time.
During the training period, we’re also taught to dress properly when in the workplace. Appropriate attire makes us look professional. Since we are a team, team spirit should be the last one to neglect. Everyone is different and everyone is special. If we know how to collect our advantages together, then one plus one is greater than two.
As is known to all, learning is a lifelong process. When having the computer lessons, I discovered the limitation of my knowledge. I appreciate the opportunity to learn Microsoft Office systematically, because it confirms what I have learned before. Computer is not only convenient but also practical. In the English class, one can make progress as for as s/he works hard.
Thank CMC for providing me such a good chance to experience school life once again. What I have learned here is not simply knowledge but also how to be a better man. CMC has granted me a good chance to learn as well as a new step to begin with. Please allow me to give my sincere gratitude to all the teachers. Thank you so much."
Trainees like Xintong attend six months of training at a CMC community center (this is a live-in program) and then are placed in a partner company such as Subway or Yoshinoya where they can gain long-term employment which in turn, increases the income and quality of life for their families.
