A full life found in the world’s trouble spots
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Asuntha Charles has lived in some toughest places in the world. And she’s loved it.     Long    As a young woman, Asuntha Charles stubbornly defied her culture to advocate for vulnerable women and girls. That determination never left her as she dedicated her life to voiceless people in not only her native India, but places like Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Sudan and Iraq. Here she tells Life & Faith about her extraordinary life of service and care for people who needed that care most. And we also get an insight into the early influences that shaped her life and contributed to her holding a faith that sustains her even in the face of risk, and heartbreaking losses. Try listening to this and not be challenged and inspired! --- Sign up for the CPX newsletter here 
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