Witness History

Waris Dirie

Aug 28, 2024
Waris Dirie, a Somali model turned advocate, shares her incredible journey from escaping child marriage and undergoing FGM to becoming a fashion icon. She vividly recounts her remarkable walk across the Somali desert to reclaim her freedom. Discover how a serendipitous meeting with a photographer in London launched her modeling career. Waris also discusses her transformation into an advocate against FGM, challenging cultural norms while emphasizing the power of self-reliance and personal leadership.
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