Metaphorically speaking, if any group of people in the world epitomizes the West African proverb "Speak softly and carry a big stick," which was popularized by Teddy Roosevelt, it is the women of the GCC countries.
If you have any doubt about the power, the resourcefulness, the drive, or the motivation of Middle Eastern women, then you must watch this video. It is truly awe-inspiring and quashes any doubts about the quiet strength and determination of Arab women.
Focusing on being positive, the importance of education, and achieving one's goals and dreams, WEORITU is an independent youth initiative promoting female empowerment in the Middle East. The above video called #WECANDOIT is one of their first projects.
There are plans in 2016 to release the full interviews of the women who participated in the above video, relating their inspiring stories about their achievements and challenges they overcame to make their marks on the world.
Another undertaking of the group is a photography exhibit called the Inside Out Project, featuring portraits of over 70 amazing Arab women who are making a difference in their communities and setting great examples for the younger generation. The photo project is part of a world wide art challenge spawned from French artist JR who explains the Inside Out Project in this interesting and inspiring TED Talk, whose mission is to change the world through art. After watching the video, I can see that he is well on his way to achieving his goal.
In 2014 the group also produced the video #HAPPYQ8 - which features the upbeat world phenomenon song by Pharrell Williams.
With all the negativity in the world today, I really appreciate this group of motivated young people and their efforts to spread positivity. If you are in the position where you can contribute monetarily to assist in their mission, PLEASE CLICK HERE.
If you have any doubt about the power, the resourcefulness, the drive, or the motivation of Middle Eastern women, then you must watch this video. It is truly awe-inspiring and quashes any doubts about the quiet strength and determination of Arab women.
Focusing on being positive, the importance of education, and achieving one's goals and dreams, WEORITU is an independent youth initiative promoting female empowerment in the Middle East. The above video called #WECANDOIT is one of their first projects.
There are plans in 2016 to release the full interviews of the women who participated in the above video, relating their inspiring stories about their achievements and challenges they overcame to make their marks on the world.
Another undertaking of the group is a photography exhibit called the Inside Out Project, featuring portraits of over 70 amazing Arab women who are making a difference in their communities and setting great examples for the younger generation. The photo project is part of a world wide art challenge spawned from French artist JR who explains the Inside Out Project in this interesting and inspiring TED Talk, whose mission is to change the world through art. After watching the video, I can see that he is well on his way to achieving his goal.
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In 2014 the group also produced the video #HAPPYQ8 - which features the upbeat world phenomenon song by Pharrell Williams.
With all the negativity in the world today, I really appreciate this group of motivated young people and their efforts to spread positivity. If you are in the position where you can contribute monetarily to assist in their mission, PLEASE CLICK HERE.
These are amazing, powerful, positive contributions to a global perspective sorely in need of such input. Thank You!
ReplyDeleteSuch a pleasure to hear these voices. Very brave and beautiful women.
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