Monday 17 March 2025
Ubah Ali is a part-time research assistant at the University of College London. Her work focuses on decolonization of international security, participation of women in peace building/politics, Somali Horn climate change, and other social issues. Ali also works with Kayd Somali Arts and Culture. Twitter handle: Ubah_Alii
Articles by the Author
Culture
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Ubah Ali
The widespread use of skin-bleaching products among Somalis is detrimental to both individual health and our collective understanding of beauty.
The widespread use of skin-bleaching products among Somalis is detrimental to both individual health and our collective understanding of beauty.
Opinion
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Ubah Ali
How your tribal identity shapes your social belonging within the Somali community Imagine a world where your clan is the primary way other people in your society relate to you. Your education level, personal values, social status, and achievements can be overshadowed by your clan affiliation.
How your tribal identity shapes your social belonging within the Somali community Imagine a world where your clan is the primary way other people in your society relate to you. Your education level, personal values, social status, and achievements can be overshadowed by your clan affiliation.
Thoughts
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Ubah Ali
How does a refugee camp, a transient place between A and B, become a home? Kakuma shows us how.
How does a refugee camp, a transient place between A and B, become a home? Kakuma shows us how.