Resilience
At what age did Waris Dirie undergo FGM?
5
What was the book Desert Flower: The Extraordinary Journey of a Desert Nomad about?
It was about Waris Dirie's life story and experiences (including her experience with FGM).
What did Waris Dirie do before pursuing activism?
Modeling
Why did Dirie escape home in her adolescence?
To escape an arranged marriage
What did Waris Dirie fight for in African countries to help put an end to FGM?
Better education and healthcare professionals
What did Dirie take part in that was based off her autobiography?
The production of a film
How did she show resilience despite everything she went through?
She overcame these obstacle and used it to propel her activism against FGM.
Name one way Dirie acted as a spokesperson against FGM?
Ex: Testimonies, Media Appearances, Work as a Special Ambassador for the UNFPA
How many people has her non-profit organization assisted worldwide?
40,000