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Why I Fight for the Education of Refugee Girls - Like Me

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Overview

Watch a powerful 17-minute TED Talk by Mary Maker, a former refugee from South Sudan who became a teacher for young refugees. Learn about her journey from the Kakuma Refugee Camp in Kenya, where education provided her with security and hope. Discover how Maker views education as a crucial tool for rebuilding lives and empowering refugee girls who often face barriers to accessing classrooms. Explore her passionate belief that education can transform the experiences of children affected by war, turning their "tears of loss into a passion for peace." Gain insights into the challenges and importance of educating refugee children, particularly girls, and the potential impact on their futures and communities.

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Why I fight for the education of refugee girls (like me) | Mary Maker

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