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Resilience and Justice: A Iraqi Immigrant and her Story of Surviving a war and helping her people.

33 min · 8 de may de 2024
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Dunia Shaba, an Iraqi lawyer and survivor of the Iraqi war, shares her incredible journey on The Voice of a Stranger podcast. She discusses her experiences growing up in Iraq during times of war, surviving bombings, and witnessing the corruption of the Iraqi government. In this podcast, we follow the remarkable journey of a young girl who arrived in the United States during the Iran war, facing the daunting task of adapting to a new language and culture. As the podcast unfolds, we witness her determination to educate herself and navigate the difficulties of discrimination, particularly after the US invasion of Iraq in 2003.  Dunia also talks about her time working as a translator and adivsor for the US military in Iraq, where she faced threats and danger. After returning to the United States, she obtained her PhD and became an advocate for justice and education in Iraq.Join us as we celebrate the resilience and triumphs of this immigrant's journey, highlighting the power of determination, sacrifice, and the unwavering spirit to make a difference. This YouTube podcast is a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the ability to create positive change, both in one's own life and in the lives of others. Don't miss out on this compelling and inspiring story of an immigrant's pursuit of education, resilience, and the unwavering desire to give back to her community. Subscribe to our channel and be part of the journey  Her message is to look beyond people's backgrounds and focus on their actions and contributions. If you want to get a hold of Dunia she can be reached at silverrain72000@yahoo.com Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2304406/support] Please follow me on my social media accounts Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556351810374 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556351810374] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thevoicesofastranger/

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