Faiza Jama, university student and I Am M.O.R.E. board member, tells her story as a Somali immigrant. She recounts stories of cultural barriers inside and outside the classroom, a funny anecdote involving an escalator (listen to find out!), finding a voice to advocate for herself, and forging new friendships.

Faiza's Story: Speak Up/Speak Out, S1E5

Youth Advocates for Immigrants &amp; Refugees is a group of highly-motivated high school students who have united to build bridges of cross-cultural understanding through art, activism, and storytelling. We at YAIR recognize that the future lies with youth, and that is why it is crucial to foster a sense of belonging and understanding within multicultural communities.

The Speak Up/Speak Out podcast series is a platform for immigrant and refugee youth to share their stories, subsequently fostering intercultural connections and empathetic exchange throughout the Portland-metropolitan community. We hope to combat misconceptions of immigrants and refugees, build trust among disparate communities, and highlight the power of storytelling.

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Youth Advocates for Immigrants & Refugees is a group of highly-motivated high school students who have united to build bridges of cross-cultural understanding through art, activism, and storytelling. We at YAIR recognize that the future lies with youth, and that is why it is crucial to foster a sense of belonging and understanding within multicultural communities. The Speak Up/Speak Out podcast series is a platform for immigrant and refugee youth to share their stories, subsequently fostering intercultural connections and empathetic exchange throughout the Portland-metropolitan community. We hope to combat misconceptions of immigrants and refugees, build trust among disparate communities, and highlight the power of storytelling.

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Faiza's Story: Speak Up/Speak Out, S1E5

Faiza's Story: Speak Up/Speak Out, S1E5