Education is the keystone of development. It can empower individuals and communities with the knowledge to prevent and treat disease, produce sustainable and profitable goods, and create a government that guides the society to new heights. But, when resources are limited, decisions have to be made about who will have access to education, the quality of the education that will be delivered, and the content to be taught.
Investigate how a government changing its economy to compete as a global leader is educating its youth. Observe and volunteer in a high school in Kunming, an ethnically diverse city of 5 million people. Visit a rural farming community and its schools for a contrast to the urban experience.
Experience tai chi in city parks at dawn, traditional dances in rural villages, and the remarkable generosity of the Chinese. Dig deeper into the country by tasting the unique and incredible flavors of the local cuisine. Explore the wide array of cultures of over 50 Central Asian minority groups. Visit Buddhist temples throughout the region.
