QUOTES
"When
you see the joy and excitement in the students' faces, when you see them sitting
on dirt floors, under trees, and in dark basements—anywhere to get an education,
you forget all your trouble
Organizations
that do not work at the request of the community can run into trouble and feel
threatened. If the community thinks the organization is trying to impose foreign
values and unwanted programs on them, they will retaliateagainst the women and
not allow them to attend classes. Operating your program in a culturally sensitive
manner is extremely important.
"I
am indebted to my parents who have always been supportive of me in many ways.
They put my education above their priorities in life."
