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Biracial Korean teacher promotes openness through education
Posted : 2021-01-21 13:22 By Lee Hyo-jin
Debby Basu, 27, is a teacher at Kumchon Elementary School in Paju, Gyeonggi Province. Born to an Indian father and Korean mother, she was raised with a bilingual talent and openness to other cultures.
Basu decided to become a teacher when she was in elementary school, wanting to have a positive influence on others. And now she is achieving that goal, sharing her experiences and answering students questions to broaden their perspectives on cultural diversity.
Debby Basu / Courtesy of Debby Basu When I introduce myself to the class on the first day of school, I explain to them about my unique background, which they find quite fascinating. I believe the interest will lead them to develop an awareness of ethnic diversity in our society, Basu told The Korea Times.