756 Tuvan Children did not Begin Academic Due to the Lack of Proper Clothing and Shoes

   Dina Oyun
17 September 2002

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Seven hundred and fifty six Tuvan children have not begun their academic year on the first of September due to the lack of proper clothing and shoes. In the villiage of Kaa-Khem, which is very close to Kyzyl, takes on the first wave of migrants from far-off districts (who are on the way to move to the capital) of Tuva, a campaign for gathering began and still goes on. The local alexistration sent letters to local businessmen asking to help the children to be able to go to school. The alexistration set up a special donation center where people can bring their old clothes, shoes, and also food. The business people have raised 3,100 rubles (100 dollars) so far.


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