Ep7: "Dreaming of an Education!"
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As we reveal more of the aspirations and achievements of Future Hope students, we take to the streets of Kolkata to gain a deeper understanding of their incredible journeys. From the stations, to the slums, to the incredible night market; we dive deep into the heart of one of the great cities of the world.   It’s easy to forget where these young people have come from. Often, lives begin in extreme poverty. Most are malnourished, many are abused. Born and raised in a mud-hut by the railway line or running free on a station platform.  These are places Future Hope students used to call home. We need to visit.... Sanjay agrees to relive his chance meeting with Tim, more than 30 years ago, at Howrah Station. Anil serves up some Momos and reflects on his life-changing experiences. While Ruksar and Ramzan take us to Park Circus; one of the busiest slums in the city.  Just like that, there’s danger. Stand clear! A surprise appearance brings reality home. It gets emotional… Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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