How the Road Build Me with John Coonrod - Walk Talk Listen (episode 147)

John Coonrod is the author of a new book (How the Road Build Me) that shares stories of his mentors who shaped his 50-year career in activism and human development. John brings a wealth of knowledge to today's conversation. Throughout this episode, listeners will be treated to deep dives into the themes of his book, as John shares his inspirations, challenges, and the impactful messages he aims to convey through his writing. This episode is a must-listen for those who appreciate thoughtful dialogue and are eager to explore the depths of expertise that John shares with us today.

 

Trained as a research physicist, John became The Hunger Project's first volunteer in 1977. In 1984, at the height of the African Famine, he left physics and joined Hunger Project staff where he helped create strategies to facilitate gender-focused community-led development that currently mobilizes 16 million rural people in Africa, Asia and Latin America. Today, John is the founder and US chair of the Movement for Community-led Development.

 

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