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The Barefoot College

Posted on March 19, 2012 by russtowne

I just heard a “45 year love story” about the Barefoot College. It is a fascinating, enlightening, and inspiring TED talk presented by Bunker Roy. The school is only for the poor and reflects only what the poor think is … Continue reading →

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