human rights defenders
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Fighting the Battle Away from the Frontline
One year ago, my family and I were forced to leave Malawi, not because of wrongdoing, but because I dared to speak out for the rights of refugees, those whom society often prefers to forget. After calling Malawi home for 21 years, walking away felt like tearing a piece of my soul. It was a Continue reading
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The Imperfect Fighters
I had the privilege of spending a powerful day at the Geneva Summit for Human Rights and Democracy, surrounded by inspiring human rights defenders from across the world. Outside the conference center, hundreds of Iranians had gathered, waving flags and chanting in solidarity with their Crown Prince, Reza Pahlavi. Their passion was electrifying, but it Continue reading
Thriving Through Trials 