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“If you can raise your voice, maybe I can too” – Indigeneous woman Nereida speaks up

04.12.25

Through THP’s programs, Indigenous woman Nereida transformed from speaking in whispers to addressing the UN and inspiring several other women along the way. Here’s the transcript of her speech The Hunger Project’s Fall Event on October 18, 2025. My name is Nereida, I am a (Sabateko) Indigenous woman from Oaxaca, Mexico. I have traveled a …

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“I wish to see my children enjoy quality education”

27.05.25

At 28, Selfnesh Bargza is a mother of five and a powerful voice for change in her rural Ethiopian village of Layignawe Garaba. Four years ago, she was struggling with hunger and limited access to basic services. Today, she’s leading community health initiatives and advocating for better healthcare while nurturing big dreams for her children’s …

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