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Aiyana Manuel Del Barrio. 12STEM

From silence to strength, her journey defines resilience.

The doodle portrays Waris Dirie’s journey from oppression to empowerment. On the left, she is a young Somali girl, symbolizing her struggles with female genital mutilation and forced marriage. A winding path with footprints represents her escape across the desert. On the right, she stands tall as a model and activist, with a microphone and united nation logo highlighting her fight against female genital mutilation. A photographer signifies her discovery, while a broken chain at her feet represents her liberation.

Aiyana Del Barrio. 12 STEM

Mixed memories symbolize Will Traynor’s struggle with time, reflecting his deep sense of entrapment in the present while yearning for the freedom and excitement of his past. Once an adventurous and independent man, Will now finds himself confined by his physical limitations, unable to reclaim the life he once knew. His memories serve as both a source of comfort and pain—reminders of a world he can no longer fully participate in. Amidst this internal battle, Louisa emerges as his one beacon of hope, bringing color and possibility into a future that once seemed bleak. Through her, he rediscovers moments of joy, even as he wrestles with the harsh reality of his situation.

21st Century

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