Abda has been a lawyer for over 30 years and a writer of fiction and historical novels, passionate to increase the representation of underrepresented groups in books.

In this episode, Abda talks to us about her books (I cannot wait to read her latest fiction which will address gaslighting as a form of emotional abuse) and her work to raise awareness around culturally-sensitive writing.

Abda shares her journey to Law and then writing. She recalls a dialogue with her career counsellor when she was 15.

“Girls like you don't go to university, do they?”, the career counsellor said.

How can we get a sense of belonging unless we are encouraged to belong?

Abda shares with us how she found determination and strength to go against expectations.

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