We had the opportunity to see the inside of one of the family dwellings in this shantytown, which was essentially a lean-to with corrugated steel roof and sides, with a total area no larger than 10' x 20', including the family room, kitchen, and bedroom . . . for six people! If you think that was bad enough, consider that there is no electricity, no running water, and no indoor toilet! This was quite sobering for our students to witness, and makes us appreciate even more all that we have and that we sometimes take for granted.
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