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“Since a very young age, my mother made sure to tell me about the plight of women... As she raised my awareness about women's issues, she also made sure to ingrain in me the importance of being strong and independent and not to let anybody define me by their images of what women should be.”

Quote by Zainab Salbi

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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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