Palestinian refugee camp teacher wins $1m global prize
A Palestinian teacher has won a $1m (£707,000) global teaching prize – with the award announced in a video message by Pope Francis. Hanan Al Hroub grew up in a Palestinian refugee camp and now is a teacher of refugees herself. She specialises in supporting children who have been traumatised by violence. The winner was announced at an awards ceremony in Dubai, with a video message of congratulation sent by Prince William.
