In my early years in Canada, I often felt unseen and undervalued as an Afghan newcomer. It was because there was no space for my unique/out-of-ordinary story. So, I created one. Being included in the telling of my own experiences gave me agency and an opportunity to be heard—it empowered me. I then shared that space with other Afghan girls, building a safe haven for Afghan women to share their narratives. Telling stories is important, no doubt. But what’s even more vital is including diverse perspectives. That’s why I respect the Rosenzweig Report for highlighting this.

–	Nila Ibrahimi, Girls’ Education Activist, Co-founder of HerStory, International Children’s Peace Prize Recipient ‘24, Global Ambassador for Women & Girls at 30 Birds Foundation