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Ep#132: Compassion in Action w/Abraham George
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In this episode, Rick interviews Dr. Abraham M. George, a renowned businessman, academic, and philanthropist dedicated to empowering economically and socially disadvantaged populations in India. He shares his inspiring journey as one of the world's leading social entrepreneurs, recognized with prestigious awards like the Indra Tan Award and the NYU Stuart Satter Social Entrepreneurship Award. Dr. George discusses his impactful initiatives through the George Foundation, including projects in poverty alleviation, education, healthcare, women's empowerment, and more. He also highlights the incredible success of Shanti Bhavan School, which he founded in 1997, providing free education from pre-kindergarten through college and transforming over 15,000 lives by breaking the cycle of poverty. Tune in to hear the story of a true social impact hero committed to creating lasting change.
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We will discuss the following:
️⭐️ Abraham George shares his journey from business success to becoming a leading social entrepreneur focused on alleviating poverty in India.
⭐️The episode highlights the transformative impact of Shanti Bhavan School in breaking the cycle of poverty through education.
⭐️George emphasizes the importance of "compassion in action" and how putting empathy into practice can drive social change.
⭐️The discussion explores how economic empowerment can help eradicate social injustices faced by marginalized communities.
⭐️Learn about the global support and volunteer efforts that sustain impactful initiatives like the George Foundation.
Know more about Abraham George
LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/abraham-george-519315274/?originalSubdomain=in
Website
http://www.shantibhavanchildren.org/
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