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“The best way to end poverty is to simply give people work, which isn't considered 'sexy' among donors who want to fund a preschool or cure a disease.”

Quote by Leila Janah

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Leila Janah is a businessperson known for her contributions to the fields of technology and social entrepreneurship, particularly for her focus on using technology to address social issues. more

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