This photo was taken in August of 2010 during one of my return visits to my host community. I served just outside the town of Xichang, in Sichuan province, and the area has a sizeable population of Yi people (it's the capital of the Yi Liangshan...
This was taken in August 2010 on a visit back to my host community -- 10 years later. I was a Volunteer in Xichang in Sichuan province. I was walking by and this woman was very interested in my son -- it was typically the first time for many of...
Most people don't know that China is home to 55 different "minority" groups. My Peace Corps site was in Xichang, Sichuan and was home to one of the largest groups, the Yi people. The Yi people have their own language that is still very much alive...
I lived in an area that was the capital of the Yi nationality. Although many Yi women are seen wearing traditional dress, it is less common to see the men in traditional dress. That's part of why I was so impressed with this boy's clothing. He...
I've been fortunate to return to my host community four times since I finished service. I use each occasion to catch up with my former colleagues and one or two students. This photo was taken in August of 2010 during a return visit. From left to...
10/23/09. Photo exhibition and piano concert to celebrate 10 year anniversary of "Roma Desegregation of Education in Central and Eastern Europe Project." Students read poetry and shared information during the piano concert. Vidin, Bulgaria -...