This year, January 16th, 2017 was Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a holiday in which everyone commemorates the impact he has left and while celebrating his life and achievements. Each year, in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., high schools within Bergen County are contacted to nominate a senior to receive the Martin Luther […]
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NYU Photo Exhibit “ON THE BORDER: Syrian Refugees in Turkey”

I was invited to speak at a panel held at NYU DC. The panel consisted of four main expert speakers on the refugee crisis. Starting off the panel with a brief speech, I was honored to have been invited to such an event. One of the panel speakers whom I enjoyed a great conversation […]
Boren Forum Photo Exhibit

My photo exhibit organized with the support of Boren Forum “On the Border: Syrian Women and Children” was displayed at the Johns Hopkins University’s School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS) on April 27, 2016. At the panel “The Syrian Refugee Crisis: Challenges and Opportunities” which was held along with the photo exhibit, Turkey’s support and […]
Congress (Rayburn Foyer) Photo Exhibit

I have seen at the camps that despite fleeing their homes and leaving everything behind, the Syrian women and children exude grace, strength and resiliency. I’m honored to have traveled to Turkey and captured a day in their lives to show to the world how this conflict is about more than politics, it’s about people. […]