Nuri Ansari - Teachers Make a Difference - Family and Community

The speaker reflects on the influence of multiple people in their life, particularly within a large family of 14 children. They emphasize the role of the church and community in their upbringing, noting that there was no single mentor but rather a collective of supportive individuals. The family home was a hub of activity, likened to Grand Central Station, with many children coming and going. The speaker underscores the importance of collective responsibility in raising children, a principle that was central to their upbringing.

Who are some of the influential people mentioned in the text?

How did the speaker describe their upbringing in relation to their siblings?

What role did the church play in the speaker's life?

How did the speaker's home environment contribute to their social interactions?

What does the speaker mean by 'collective responsibility for the children in the village'?