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Discover the compelling journey of hope and transformation in 'The School That Hope Built'. This inspiring book narrates the remarkable story of Gemma Sisia, who, in 2002, founded The School of St Jude in Tanzania. With an unwavering vision to empower local students, Gemma's educational initiative has blossomed from just three students to over 1,800 pupils receiving free, quality education. This essential read showcases how St Jude's not only provides academic excellence but also nurtures future leaders, including doctors, engineers, and entrepreneurs, breaking the cycle of intergenerational poverty. Perfect for educators, philanthropists, and anyone passionate about sustainable development and educational reform, this 2023 publication by Allen & Unwin is a testament to the impactful change that one person's dream can create. Join Gemma Sisia as she shares her invaluable insights and experiences from her incredible twenty-year journey from a small rural town in Australia to the heart of Tanzania. 'The School That Hope Built' is a must-have addition to any collection focused on education, community empowerment, and social change. Order your copy today to be inspired by a legacy of hope and the endless possibilities of education! Delivery is fast and reliable, ensuring you receive your brand new copy promptly.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781760878320
Year: 2023
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Description:
From a country town in Australia to a small village in Tanzania, Gemma Sisia has built a truly remarkable legacy.
In 2002, Gemma founded The School of St Jude in her husband's home country of Tanzania, with the goal of empowering local Tanzanians to build a school community unlike any other.
From humble beginnings, with just three students and one volunteer teacher, St Jude's now provides free education to over 1,800 Tanzanian school students and supplies more than 10,000 government school students with volunteer teachers each year. St Jude's also supports its alumni to become the doctors, engineers, tradespeople, entrepreneurs and teachers of the next generation.
Sharing the incredible twenty-year journey from an Australian girl's simple vision to an educational powerhouse with 350 local staff, The School That Hope Built reveals how St Jude's is breaking the cycle of intergenerational poverty one student at a time.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781760878320
Year: 2023
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Description:
From a country town in Australia to a small village in Tanzania, Gemma Sisia has built a truly remarkable legacy.
In 2002, Gemma founded The School of St Jude in her husband's home country of Tanzania, with the goal of empowering local Tanzanians to build a school community unlike any other.
From humble beginnings, with just three students and one volunteer teacher, St Jude's now provides free education to over 1,800 Tanzanian school students and supplies more than 10,000 government school students with volunteer teachers each year. St Jude's also supports its alumni to become the doctors, engineers, tradespeople, entrepreneurs and teachers of the next generation.
Sharing the incredible twenty-year journey from an Australian girl's simple vision to an educational powerhouse with 350 local staff, The School That Hope Built reveals how St Jude's is breaking the cycle of intergenerational poverty one student at a time.