It was myself and six other people from the field study group that meet with him in a small meeting. When he came into the Conference room in the Yunus Centre we stood up and he walked around the room, smiling and shaking our hands. He was dressed simple and started with asking us questions about what we study to get the conversation going. This was a good idea, as we were all nervous and overly excited about this unique opportunity. We asked him a few questions. He talked about the United Nations Millennium Development Goals, and Bangladesh track on it. The hope is that Bangladesh will reach 6 out of the 8 goals by 2015.
Microfinance is not there to make money, it is to give the poor opportunities to succeed. If it is used to make a profit, it is not Microfinance. An example is, you cannot give a loan for someone to buy a TV, because a TV is not a need.
INSPIRATION
I asked him what gives him the inspiration to work in his field. Impact and Results was his reply. Seeing the impact of ones actions in people around you. In addition the results are measurable.
Dr. Yunus is a true inspiration, and his presence and charisma is very strong.
Pass the Peace.
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