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“Five years ago, Samira did not want to continue in the regular school system in Iran. To help her with her education, I set up a home school. It wasn't just for my family, it was open to other friends.” quote by Mohsen Makhmalbaf
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“Five years ago, Samira did not want to continue in the regular school system in Iran. To help her with her education, I set up a home school. It wasn't just for my family, it was open to other friends.”

Mohsen Makhmalbaf

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Source Documentary: Education initiatives, 2018

The narrator describes establishing a home school for Samira and others after she left the formal system in Iran, highlighting grassroots education.

In simple terms: Created a community school when formal options failed.

Key Takeaway

Support alternative education pathways.

Themes

education reform community empowerment home schooling

Mood

hopeful determined

Type

inspirational practical

When to use this quote

  • rural Iran
  • family education
  • non‑formal schools

Key Concepts

grassroots activism learning autonomy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What challenges arise in informal schooling?
  • How can communities sustain such initiatives?
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