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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Elaine Ganley

RARE PHOTOS: Renowned actor forest whitaker sets up his peace and development initiative in poor paris suburb 000b7ce5 7947 49c5 97d3 3b9f8d3c8d1b | Vintage Vibes

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Renowned actor Forest Whitaker, who has portrayed a dictator, a Mafia hitman and a butler, has taken on what for some may be his most inspirational role.

Whitaker officially inaugurated on Wednesday his Whitaker Peace and Development Initiative in Seine-Saint-Denis, meant to bring business, communication and conflict resolution skills to the young people of France’s poorest region. Free classes are being offered in a small space with big ideas in Aubervilliers, outside Paris.

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