Confused Zombies or Confident Learners?

In an inspiring address from Ladakh's icy mountains, Sonam Wangchuk makes an impassioned plea for a revolution in early childhood education. He challenges the status quo, blasting rote memorization of English and advocating for a powerful alternative: fostering confident learners by nurturing their mother tongue. Wangchuk isn't just talking the talk - he's walking the walk. His groundbreaking Operation New Hope transformed Ladakh's education system, proving the power of collaboration between local communities, governments, and civil society organizations. This is a story of hope, innovation, and the transformative power of education done right.
About Sonam Wangchuk:
Sonam Wangchuk, the founding director of the Students' Educational and Cultural Movement of Ladakh (SECMOL), is a maverick engineer, educational visionary, and relentless proponent of sustainable development. His odyssey from a remote village to global recognition symbolizes a profound commitment to social change and sustainable development. Notable among his achievements are Operation New Hope, a transformative initiative reforming government schools, the groundbreaking Ice Stupa technique for water conservation, and the innovative solar-powered SECMOL campus. Follow Sonam Wangchuk on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/wangchuksworld
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