Title:
I will scream to the world
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Edition:
First Kensington hardcover edition.
Publication Date:
2025
Publication Information:
New York, NY : Dafina, Kensington Publishing Corp., 2025.
©2025
Physical Description:
xi, 252 pages, 8 unnumbered pages of plates : color illustrations, map ; 24 cm
ISBN:
9781496748461
Abstract:
"This extraordinary memoir details the monumental journey of one young Gambian woman from survivor of Female Genital Mutilation and forced child marriage, to global activist and political leader who became UN Women's first Goodwill Ambassador for Africa, one of Time Magazine's 100 Most Influential People, and among the youngest people nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize"-- Provided by publisher.
General Note:
"My story. My fight. My hope for girls everywhere."--On front cover.
"CONTENT WARNINGS: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Verbal Abuse, Parental Death, Terminal Illness, Sexism/Misogyny, Sexual Assault" -- t.p. verso.
Contents:
Survivor. The child bride ; The Gambian girl ; Coming to America ; The immigrant girl ; My mum, my dad ; Losing hope ; Surrender and perseverance -- Activist. A daughter inspires ; The underground activist ; Going public ; Safe hands for girls ; Unexpected victories ; Becoming a "hero" ; The making of Jaha's Promise ; Social activism meets beauty ; The fight continues ; Developing young leaders ; It takes a village -- Human. Love found and lost ; Becoming a whole woman ; A focus on mental health ; Children as hope ; Africa, my Africa ; Madam president? ; Final reflections.
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Language:
English
