“My message to the world is that until we recognize that peace is not just the absence of war but the revival of life on the "backlines," where women are keeping kids in school, caring for the sick and injured, and daily negotiating space for the continuation of critical life processes of this nature, we're going to continue to miss the point.”
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Zainab Salbi
Zainab Salbi is an author and social entrepreneur recognized for her work in women's rights and humanitarian efforts. Born on September 24, 1969, she has dedicated her career to advocating for the empowerment of women and girls globally. more
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