I’d Rather Die Than Quit
In many communities, TVET is still unfairly viewed as a last option—a path meant for those who “failed” elsewhere. As educators working closely with trainees, we know this belief is not only inaccurate, but deeply harmful. “I’d rather die than quit” is not a statement about desperation. In the context of Technical and Vocational Education and Training , it reflects determination, courage, and resilience —qualities our trainees demonstrate every day. TVET learners often arrive carrying more than books and tools. They carry broken confidence, financial pressure, family expectations, and the weight of being misunderstood. Choosing TVET is rarely the easy route. It requires humility, effort, and the willingness to rebuild belief in one’s ability. In workshops and classrooms, learning is hands-on, demanding, and real. Mistakes are visible. Skills are earned through repetition, discipline, and patience. When a trainee refuses to quit after a failed practical, a rejected attachme...