Stories from the grassroots | Thoughts on development
In a world obsessed with sports, politics and the economy, it is easy to see why most of us view and describe successful people in these sectors as ‘leaders’ today. The default understanding is that such people are ‘special’ and endowed with qualities that make them successful leaders.… Continue reading
Facilitation is not just an art but something much more. It’s born out of a deep conviction that you are not the person who knows a lot about the subject that is being discussed. It does not come from the attitude of being an expert but is all about bringing out the expertise in each person.… Continue reading
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The entire nation will be celebrating the whole of this coming year remembering Mahatma Gandhi as part of his 150 birth anniversary celebrations. For many like me born in independent India, Gandhi and his life were introduced to us as part of our school curriculum.… Continue reading
Many a friend has asked me about my regular visits to the US and about the teaching I do here. One oft repeated question has been, ‘What are the major similarities & differences that you see between the two countries? ‘ And knowing my background, another question usually asked is about my continued commitment to the causes I espouse back home in India and how it relates to my visiting the US?… Continue reading
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