In a heartwarming initiative from India, a unique school is challenging the conventional age boundaries of education by opening its doors to grandmothers. NHK WORLD-JAPAN recently featured a story about this extraordinary school dedicated to empowering elderly women through literacy. The initiative aims not only to teach these women how to read and write but also to instill a newfound sense of independence and confidence, proving that it is indeed never too late to learn.
- The school is specifically designed for elderly women, providing them with an opportunity to learn how to read and write.
- It challenges societal norms regarding the age one is expected to learn, showcasing that education has no age limit.
- Students attending the school are grandmothers who are being taught literacy skills for the first time.
- The initiative aims to empower these women by giving them independence and boosting their confidence.
- The story highlights the positive psychological and social impact of providing education to the elderly.
NHK WORLD-JAPAN is “the international service of Japan’s public media organization NHK.” NHK World-Japan is operated by Nippon Hoso Kyokai (NHK). The goal of NHK World-Japan is stated as “to promote a deeper international understanding of Japan, introducing the latest events in Japan through news and other programs.”
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