Belise Nishimwe shares stories of growing up in Portland as a Tanzanian refugee and daughter of immigrants. Listen to her reflect on generational and cultural differences, academic challenges, the language barrier, and combating social injustices.

Sahlan Farrah, a graduate of Reynolds High School, reflects on her experience as a Somali immigrant. Listen as she recounts stories from her life in Kenya, overcoming gender stigma in her community, and encountering racism in the classroom.

Farah H. narrates her experience as an immigrant by juxtaposing life in Afghanistan, Pakistan, and the U.S. Listen as she recounts painful anecdotes of xenophobia and misogyny, as well as moments of community-building and cross-cultural bonding.

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.