From developed countries to desert kingdoms, parents want to give their children a better life; and for that they are willing to travel thousands of miles
“It is a fascinating project,” said Henry, a former colleague. “An oil-rich emirate where the Brits set up a government to serve their imperial interest. Now it is richer, larger, but hobbled by an old colonial structure. The country desperately needs a modern administration, fit for a developing society. That alone can help its people.”
It sounded tempting. I had just finished years of work with an international agency. Redesigning organisations is what I did. But did I want to leave Washington DC and go to live in the desert? Away from my baby girl, just four. I was not sure.
It sounded tempting. I had just finished years of work with an international agency. Redesigning organisations is what I did. But did I want to leave Washington DC and go to live in the desert? Away from my baby girl, just four. I was not sure.