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Youth Resilience in Times of Conflict
Stories from Afghanistan, Syria and Ukraine
With millions of young people living in conflict zones throughout the world today, we can imagine the many negative impacts this has on developing minds of the most vulnerable populations. What is perhaps more surprising is that many young people living in difficult and often times unimaginable circumstances show an ability to adjust to a new normal, transform to survive or even flourish. Where does this resiliency come from and what are the conditions necessary for it to take hold? During this Circle, our discussion leaders shared with their stories of challenge and resilience in times of conflict.
MAY 10, 2023
Discussion Leaders
NILAB
AHMADI Law graduate from Kabul University, diligent youth activist, and key contributor to the United Nations World Food Programme's mission
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AHMAD
BAKDAD Dedicated child protection officer with UNICEF in Aleppo, Syria, leveraging his legal background for advocating child rights and safety
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SOPHIA
KOPYTKO 16-year-old pole sports champion and compelling performer at the Theater of Chernivtsi Youth, using art as a sanctuary amid conflict
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OLEKSANDRA
GOLDINA Passionate 16-year-old theater artist at the Theater of Chernivtsi Youth, communicating Ukrainian history amid conflict
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LEON
GOJANI Kosovo War survivor turned Program Director at MCW Global, exemplifying transformational leadership and resilience in youth mentorship
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