Room to Read

Tonight I went to listen to some stories from John Wood, the founder of a non-profit called Room To Read. He was sharing some stories about some experiences he's had in setting up schools in developing countries, and what kind of impact education can have. One of their main goals is to provide scholarships for young girls who would not otherwise get an education. By teaching girls, they not only improve their lives in the short term, but it makes them less likely to be subjugated later in life by their husbands. Also, educated women are likely to educate their children, which means the impact grows exponentially. Mr. Wood recently published a book about his journey, from a Microsoft exec to a nonprofit leader, and we received free copies. I'm looking forward to reading some inspiring tales of doing good, and would encourage everyone to check out Room to Read.
Room to Read