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Teaching science and hope in an Ethiopian refugee camp

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Story Source: Norwegian Refugee Council ~ Go to Original Article


By Tinbit Amare

In a refugee camp hosting more than 85,000 refugees, a young mother of two have paved her way as one of the most popular teachers in the camp.

It’s early morning and students are lining up outside the school, eager to have their homework checked.

“Excellent work, students!” Nyanchew Chuol says loudly. As she is going through every single exercise book, the teacher is generous with her encouraging comments.

Nguegnyiel camp is situated in Ethiopia’s western Gambella region, sharing a border with…

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