In 2023, China made great strides in social development and improving livelihoods. In particular, there've been advancements in promoting the cause of people with disabilities and the elderly, such as guaranteeing their basic livelihoods, education and employment, and most importantly, promoting the construction of barrier-free environments. In this episode of our year-end special, CGTN anchor Hou Na has the story of a visually impaired student who made his way to a top-notch university in China and shares his struggles and hopes.