A Humanitarian Mention: Efren Peñaflorida, 2009 CNN Hero of the Year
Our planet is filled with heroes, young and old, rich and poor, man, woman of different colors, shapes and sizes. We are one great tapestry,
This was part of an award speech from Filipino Efren Peñaflorida who was awarded 2009 CNN Hero of the Year. The award was given to a person who has changed this world with their heroic act. It was given to show that “everyday people can change the world”. The top 10 were mentioned and awarded for their heroic acts but only one was awarded Hero of the Year and Efren Penaflorida was the top nominee.
Our planet is filled with heroes, young and old, rich and poor, man, woman of different colors, shapes and sizes. We are one great tapestry, Each person has a hidden hero within, you just have to look inside you and search it in your heart, and be the hero to the next one in need.
Efren Penaflorida created what was called “pushcart education.” With the help of his teen volunteers, he was able to educate children in the poor slums of the Philippines. His goal was by bringing education to the lives of the poor children, he can not only provide them with the education they need and deserve, but also hopefully prevent them from joining gangs that run rampant in the slums.
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