Shahab Siavash: Pen, Paper and Passion
Shahab Siavash, creator of MALA’s logo, has used art to overcome tragedy. In his story he shares his progression as an artist and how his technique has grown over time. …
Shahab Siavash, creator of MALA’s logo, has used art to overcome tragedy. In his story he shares his progression as an artist and how his technique has grown over time. …
Zainab Naziri’s passion for education and a better life for herself and others around the world has pushed her to find a home even when she’s far from her own. …
Fariba Nawa, an award-winning Afghan-American journalist and author, rarely sees men and women interact at parties in her Afghan-American community. In her story she shares why she has had enough …
Stacy Parker Le Melle is the Communications Director of the Afghan Women’s Writing Project, whose mission is to support the voices of women with the belief that to tell one’s …
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Khitam Masoud is a cancer survivor and marathon runner. Here, she shares her own personal story in how the tests and trials in her life have emerged her with strength …
After suffering from an accident as a child, in the middle of a war-torn Iraq, Hanen Alkhafaji realized very early she wanted to help others. In her story she shares …
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America Yahya is a community activist and youth leader at Voyageur College Prep in Detroit, Michigan. Sometimes the only way to feel acknowledged and empowered is to show your scars. …
Nancy Fawakhiri grew up in two worlds: the United States and Jordan. She has used her experiences and studies in both countries to create a nonprofit that focuses on what …
Nazish Mir is following her faith and fighting for equal rights between men and women. In her story she shares how her heritage and beliefs have shaped her journey and …
Naveed Stone’s band, In Loving Memory, continues to grow in popularity, but not without struggles for Stone, as a Bengali-American. Below he shares his experiences, which can be read in …