Pew, 29. She arrived to U.S in April 2013. Soon after arriving, her husband was diagnosed with a heart condition, and remained hospitalized for two weeks afer an open-heart surgery. At the same time, Pew delivered a healthy baby boy. Now they want to focus on learning English and living the American life. Photo By Ann Wang
The Meh family, arrived to U.S on the 30th of May, 2013. Due to the fighting between the government and the Karen rebel groups, Ngay Meh, 29 (left) and her family lived in the refugee camp for seven years. Meh came to the U.S with her husband and four daughters. Their son was born in the U.S several months ago. Photo by Ann Wang
The Reh family, arrived to the U.S on the 11th of May, 2009. Even though they have been living in the U.S for six years, the parents are still struggling with the English language, which has cause difficulties when they are trying to find better work opportunities. Photo By Ann Wang
Soe Meh, 40(right), and her family arrived to U.S on the 2nd of April, 2009. A couple months after moving to Lowell, her daughter was hit by a car not far from their home and has been disabled since. Soe Meh would love to return to her home country, but cannot afford it. Photo by Ann Wang
Maung Zar, 44 (left) and Muma Zar, 34 (second to the left) . The Zar family was the first Karen family living in Lowell. They have been here for seven years. There are at least seven people living in the two-bedroom apartment. Photo by Ann Wang