What’s in a name?
In June, I had the privilege and joy of attending the 15th International Disability Summer School in Galway, Ireland. Since 2006, the...
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Chavia Ali
Mar 243 min read
For life, for beauty, for the smiles of the children
I am sharing with you today a picture of the lovely daughter of my cousin, wearing her finest dress to celebrate the Kurdish New Year,...
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Chavia Ali
Feb 145 min read
How to meet that special someone?
When my late father reached an age where my grandmother decided that it was high time for him to marry, she invited all the prettiest...
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Chavia Ali
Jan 15 min read
Embracing the adventure of change
Dear friends, As this new year begins, I would like to share with you some experiences and insights on a personal level that I have had...
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Chavia Ali
Sep 6, 20233 min read
Celebrating our differences
Zara the zebra's birthday arrived, and her friends surprised her with a marbled cake, black and white frosting swirled together. But Zara...
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Chavia Ali
Aug 3, 20239 min read
Discrimination by Association: Shedding Light on Invisible Struggles
As a person with a disability, I have encountered various challenges in my life. While I can see signs that our societies are gradually...
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Chavia Ali
May 1, 20235 min read
In the face of crisis, joining hands to lead the way
On this International Workers' Day, my thoughts and good wishes go to all who are mobilising to defend workers’ rights to decent working...
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Chavia Ali
Jan 1, 20236 min read
A year to move out of the shadows
As we are about to embark on a new year, I join my voice to all those who express their wishes that 2023 will finally be a year of peace...
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Chavia Ali
Mar 31, 20224 min read
Don't wait for the fire to reach your front door
These last few weeks have been filled with the sad news from Ukraine and the flood of refugees escaping the war, seeking refuge across...
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Chavia Ali
Feb 28, 20226 min read
How an elevator began a revolution
There are moments in life that change everything, and nothing is the same afterwards. You will see such moments occurring in history, in...
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