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Born and raised in Afghanistan, Mustafa discusses his own identity as a member of the Afghan diaspora, and offers a hopeful message about the strength to be found in unity I was born and raised in Afghanistan and have been living in the U.S. since 2011. My journey might seem unique to many, but […]
Samea’s story articulates her life-long pursuit of knowledge, and how family history influences her own journey in life. When I was in third grade living in Pakistan with my family, my father passed away. He worked with the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) in Islamabad, Pakistan, and was the only breadwinner of the family. Since […]
Samir’s love for Hip-Hop music started at a young age. Now, as Board Vice President of Music In Common, he works to empower communities through the power of music. My love for hip-hop started in elementary school. I was visiting my next door neighbor and heard music with a kind of style I’ve never heard […]
Amir discusses the struggles that he had to go through during his journey of leaving Tehran for a more free and uplifting state of mind and country. I was born in Tehran, Iran, which is where my journey started. There are a bunch of things that if I close my eyes I remember […]
Samar describes her passion for healthcare, and discusses the obstacles and opportunities that have guided her desire to help people. His voice was barely audible through the Skype online phone call, but I could easily tell he was weaker than before. I asked my uncle how he was feeling, knowing fully that his answer would […]
“Every morning was a cheerful invitation to make my life of equal simplicity, and I may say innocence, with Nature herself.” -Henry David Thoreau. I am a morning person. Something about the dark sky before the break of dawn gives me a sense of […]
Hikma describes her journey to self-acceptance and empowerment as a Black Muslim woman in the U.S. Black (\blak\) Adjective : The opposite of white. A pigmentation color too dark to be considered beautiful. The color of bark after it has been burned by fire. The color people here in America where to funerals. The […]
Fanta immigrated to the United States at the age of eight. Her story outlines her triumphs, and her dedication to education as a cherished American value. Life isn’t about finding yourself or figuring out what separates you from everyone else, it’s about all the different challenges and obstacles you’ve overcome that have helped you get […]
Subhana reflects on her struggles with body image, and describes how she forged her own path to self-discipline, confidence, and good health. Ten more minutes until sunset. The lingering aroma of the crispy naan bread and chicken curry encompassed the air. The clock finally struck eight o’clock and the adhan called to prayer. […]
Nooran describes her struggle to reconcile two identities growing up in a small New Hampshire town. Her story speaks to the power of confidence, perseverance, and heritage. I had an innocent childhood. I never saw a difference between the little girl at home who spoke Arabic with her mother and climbed onto my father’s back […]
