Friday, January 23, 2009 at 3:00AM | in World Development GoCongo: Beyond Development?
Baha'i Centre, Kinshasa, DR CongoAfter the GoCongo posting about a week ago, I received a request for more information about the project. I figured the best place to go was to the man with the vision: Dr. Kersten Pucks. In a Jeune Street exclusive, an interview with Kersten follows below. I'm considering making interviews a regular feature, so drop me a line if you have someone to suggest.
Could you describe what initially led you to develop a project in Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of Congo?
I was always attracted to Africa. I did part of my training as a doctor there and always wanted to come back one day. When I had the chance to be involved in a Baha'i education project in the Democratic Republic of Congo in late 2006, I saw the immense opportunity there and decided to get involved.
What is your vision of social and economic development?
It is constantly evolving.
Friday, January 23, 2009 at 3:00AM | in World Development 
Reader Comments (2)
Wonderful interview!
It is amazing how well people can learn when they have enough food to eat.
Food for the body, mind and soul. What a simple, yet profound approach!
Yes please include more interviews - you ask great questions ... but don't lose the blog advantage of short entries.