Women for Women International

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Questions :

Where and when was Zainab Salbi born?

Zainab Salbi was born in Baghdad in 1969.

Why did her mother want her to leave Iraq?

Her mother wanted her to leave Iraq because the country was very dangerous and she wanted her daughter to have a safer future and access to education.

What did Salbi discover when she arrived in the United States?

When she arrived in the United States, she discovered the stories of women who had survived war, prison and the loss of their homes.

Why did she create Women for Women International?

She created Women for Women International after learning about the situation of women in Bosnia during the war and wanting to help them.

What services does her organisation provide?

Her organisation provides financial help, job training and emotional support to women.

What does Salbi believe about the role of women after conflicts?

She believes that women are often victims of war but also play a key role in rebuilding communities after conflicts.

What countries has she travelled to, and for what purpose?

She has travelled to countries like Rwanda, Afghanistan and Sudan to support women and promote peace.

According to the text, why is sharing stories important?

Sharing stories is important because it helps people heal and creates understanding between individuals.

Write the meaning of this sentence in your own words:

In the text, hope has several meanings. It is a feeling that helps women believe in a better future after war. Hope is also a strength that allows them to survive trauma and rebuild their lives. According to Zainab Salbi, hope grows when women share their stories and are listened to. Therefore, hope is not passive but a force for change.

What message does Zainab Salbi want to promote today?

She wants to promote human rights, women’s empowerment and mental health awareness.

Written production :

Zainab Salbi is an Iraqi-American activist who founded Women for Women International. She can be considered a real role model because of her actions and her impact on society. After growing up in a country

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