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War has taken a lot from Solange. Her husband and three of her children were all killed by rebels, and she was raped four times by armed men in her home village in the DRC.

Mawa James John is a 33-year-old returnee, married to Jackline Ajonye James 29 years, equally a returnee. The couple has been married for 6 years with 2 children, and currently live in Wuluturu – Yei River County, South Sudan. Their marriage was on the brink of collapse when they were enrolled in...

My name is Lamba Gyang, I am 36 years old, a native of Nkyam Ratatis (Dorowa Babuje) of Ropp district in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State. I am a farmer/Okada Rider. I have been married to my wife Kachollom for twelve years, she is 30 years old, and we are blessed with four...

My name is Harir, and want to become a doctor, not just for myself but for my Afghan sisters. Growing up in a family that struggled economically, I faced many challenges just to stay in school. There were times when we couldn’t afford school supplies, but my parents always made sure I attended my...

My name is Nerat Dabwol. Being forcefully married at 14, I felt my future had been decided long before I had a chance to shape it for myself. Now, at 16, I dare to take charge of my life.

My name is Josephine Mukamuhoza. I became a single mother at 15 after I was sexually abused. But this doesn’t define my identity.

Violence and village fires have taken so much from Blessing – loved ones, financial security, stability – but she continues to learn and grow herself not just for herself but for her family and her community.