VOICED: German nun dedicates life to help Pakistan's poor

An 81-year-old German nun in Karachi dedicates her life to humanitarian aid, focusing on flood relief in Pakistan. Her organization supports flood victims and fights against human rights abuses, such as enslavement. Despite legal challenges, she remains committed to her mission, helping thousands rebuild their lives. Her work spans over 50 years, and she shows no signs of retiring.

What is the primary focus of the German nun's humanitarian work?

• Building schools

• Providing medical aid

• Offering humanitarian aid to those in need

• Teaching English

What was the main consequence of the floods in the village?

• Increased tourism

• Destruction of homes and crops

• Improved infrastructure

• Better employment opportunities

How did the nun's organization assist the villagers after the floods?

• By providing new homes

• By offering financial loans

• By helping them replant crops

• By relocating them to a new area

What social issue does the nun aim to address in addition to her flood relief efforts?

• Lack of education

• Modern-day enslavement

• Gender inequality

• Child labor

Despite legal prohibitions, why do cases of modern-day enslavement rarely reach the courts in Pakistan?

• Cultural acceptance

• Fear of retaliation

• Corruption in the legal system

• Lack of awareness