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Tuesday 5 November 2024

@Ubah_Alii

Ubah Ali

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 |
The widespread use of skin-bleaching products among Somalis is detrimental to both individual health and our collective understanding of beauty.    In Somalia, skin bleaching has become a major part of the cosmetics industry, driven by eli
The widespread use of skin-bleaching products among Somalis is detrimental to both individual health and our collective understanding of beauty.    In Somalia, skin bleaching has become a major part of the cosmetics industry, driven by eli
Opinion |
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 |
How does a refugee camp, a transient place between A and B, become a home? Kakuma shows us how.   The movement of people from their homes is not a modern phenomenon.
How does a refugee camp, a transient place between A and B, become a home? Kakuma shows us how.   The movement of people from their homes is not a modern phenomenon.
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