Tuesday, May 24, 2011

Inside Guatemala's Schools

Guatemala has the lowest literacy rate in all of Latin America. Public schools are neglected, teachers lack access to training, libraries are rare, and books are practically nonexistent. Over the last 2 years, I traveled to Guatemala four times to photograph community libraries, schools, teachers, parents and students for the US-based literacy nonprofit, Child Aid. The following pictures -- all shot within schools and libraries supported by Child Aid -- are a result of my last trip. Although the situation in Guatemala is sad beyond words, the kids exude a joy that seems boundless. (Stay tuned for more...)










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Blogger Kelsey said...

These photos are incredible. Thanks for sharing.

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Blogger Unknown said...

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Blogger explorer said...

great pictures...reminded me of some of my experiences in an educationally backward block of India.

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Blogger It'sjustme said...

These photos are really beautiful!

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Blogger pandurengan said...

The Schools in Gautamela City appear to be far better than the Schools in India. I think you have bnot visited India. In some rural areas there is no school building at all. Classes are conducted in open space under the trees. Why talk of libraries?

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Anonymous Whitney said...

Very cute pictures, thank you for sharing!

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Blogger Unknown said...

very nice an lovely children. looking so funny and cute

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Blogger Unknown said...

Very nice photographs. You captured the people environment well.

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