By Mariam Barandia | Executive Director
Amal is one of our current volunteers, she hails from Ramain, in the province of Lanao del Sur. One day, she aspires to become a teacher. Amal has been working with disadvantaged women in one of the poorest areas of the country that has been affected by conflict for many years. As well as developing our volunteers to become leaders, one of our project aims, is for them to inspire others, especially from the grassroots, to work for peace. It is vital for a successful peace process that more women are involved.
Recently, Amal was requested by Jesuit Relief Services, an international Catholic organization, to talk to 35 women from both Christian and Muslim conflict affected communities in Lanao del Norte.Amal's talk was on the 'importance of the role of women in the peace process and community peacebuilding initiatives'. She shared her experiences of growing up with conflict and how she became involved in peacebuilding. She was able to connect with the women because she has gone through the same difficulties and could communicate with the women in their local language.
Your generosity and support not only makes a difference to the life of Amal, it also gives her the chance to help and inspire others.
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