What happened: Rouble Nagi has dedicated 30 years to educating marginalised communities in India by transforming slum areas into open-air classrooms. She recently received a $1 million award recognising her work.
Why it matters:
- Improves access to education for children in underserved urban areas.
- Highlights innovative approaches to learning in challenging environments.
MNN Take: Nagi’s work demonstrates how community-driven education initiatives can overcome infrastructure limitations to provide learning opportunities where traditional schools are scarce.
Sources: BBC World