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Do They Hear You When You Cry
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A harrowing memoir of Fauziya Kassindja's fight for asylum in the United States after fleeing from female genital mutilation in Togo.

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I wanted to live, to be free, to be able to decide my own destiny.

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freedomdestiny

Fear had become my constant companion, lurking in the shadows of my thoughts.

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Hope is what kept me going, even in the darkest of times.

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hoperesilience

Justice may be delayed, but it cannot be denied.

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justice

The bonds of friendship can provide solace in the darkest of times.

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friendshipsupport

Every voice has the power to make a difference.

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empowerment

Never underestimate the strength of a woman determined to succeed.

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strengthdetermination

In the darkest moments, a glimmer of hope can illuminate the path forward.

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hopeperseverance

When we stand together, we can overcome any challenge.

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unityteamwork

Freedom is not a privilege, but a basic human right.

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