History is replete with examples where those in power used their privileged position to oppress others. But this injustice isn’t just for the textbooks—it’s woven into present-day reality, too. The Roma are a large, diverse minority group spread throughout eastern Europe. Originally migrating to Europe from India, the Roma have been targeted for slavery,...
This week is the 75th birthday of Muhammad Yunus, the inspiring leader who asked a question which struck at the root of a paternalistic approach to poverty alleviation: Why do for people what they’re capable of doing for themselves? This question served as the basis of Yunus’ groundbreaking work in the 1970s as he founded...
“Peter, COME HERE!” Laurel shrieked from downstairs. Based on the urgency in her voice, I knew this was not a “when-you-have-a-moment” type of request. I sprinted downstairs. Thick smoke was billowing from our family room. Laurel loves decorating. And she does it well. She uses candles in every room and for every occasion –...