manal

March 6, 2019

Manal

Civil engineer, Iraq

I’m really happy to be part of the UNDP team, helping to rebuild and stabilize my country. It’s wonderful to see how my work benefits the people of Iraq.

In my role I face many challenges, like working with people from a different mindset, but I can manage these issues.

The best advice I have received from someone close to me is to always be strong. And also to keep an open mind - don’t be weighed down by traditions that may not translate into today’s modern world. This will help us achieve our goal of gender equality.

My wish for all the women of Iraq is that they all receive a quality education regardless of their circumstances.

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