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INSPIRING OLD GRAMMARIAN Robert Johanson understands the transformational power of education. A particular experience that illustrates this stands out for Robert. He gave the graduation speech at a Melbourne University ceremony in 2019. Graduating that day with a Master's degree in Computer Science, was a young man who came from the slums in Delhi. He was the first person from those slums ever to go overseas to do post graduate study. The event was live streamed in Delhi and watched by hundreds of people, including many children.
Robert pictured with children in India as part of his work with The Australian Friends of Asha. With the considerable increase of COVID-19 cases in India, The Australian Friends of Asha are helping by providing support everywhere they can. To find out more about their work or to donate, please visit : australianfriendsofashaslums.org.au
