Memory Mdala: A young poet shares her story

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Memory Mdala, is a young poet and refugee from Burundi who lost her vision at an early age. She shares a clear message that, “Disability is not inability.”

Her writing is below:

From Darkness to Determination

My name is Memory Mdala. I am a 24-year-old refugee Burundi but currently living in Dzaleka Refugee Camp, Malawi. I was born in the camp after my parents fled ...

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Bagalwa Abdul, a refugee from Malawi whose hopes and dreams are expressed through his visual art..

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He encountered many challenges growing up. However, he refused to give up. Despite living with a disability, he continues to work as a carpenter and as a visual artist. Even with his many difficulties, he still dreams of growing his talents and creating a better future for his children.
My Story-Bagalwa Abdul
My name is Bagalwa Abdul. I am a virtual artist, carpenter, painter, and a father ...
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My Story – Kabosi Ali

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My name is KABOSI ALI. I am 20 years old, male, and originally from the Democratic Republic of Congo. I have been living in Malawi since 2022 as a refugee. I started my music career in 2023 through a group of young refugees called WANYABI Dancer. Through this group, I have had the opportunity to perform at events such as the Tumaini Festival, World Refugee Day, and many other ceremonies and community events.
I was not born with a disability. My life ...
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Sarah’s Journey-Deep Game

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Meet with our lead character, Sarah, a 37-year-old disabled Syrian female refugee with a secondary education who had to flee her country of origin in 2015 due to the conflict in her homecountry, Syria. Sarah embarks on a strenuous and challenging journey, predominantly by land, as we witness her experiences in various countries.

This cinematic journey is an adaptation of our board game, set to release in 2024. Through Sarah’s perspective, our film explores the adversities she faces due to her ...

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Interview with Sierra Domb- Making a difference for herself and others with VSS

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Sierra Domb’s life was transformed at age 21 by Visual Snow Syndrome. Visual Snow Syndrome (VSS) is a complex neurological condition with widespread global impact for people of all ages that has largely been unacknowledged by the medical profession. She channeled her energy into making a difference for both herself and others afflicted by this condition. Through the support of ongoing research and advocacy on an international scale, awareness and knowledge has taken a major leap forward.

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