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March 6, 2019

Ola

Livelihoods Specialist, Palestine

My job is important because I help returnees and people who live in the liberated areas mainly Mosul City to go back to their homes, while providing them with short-term job opportunities, which is important to jump-start the local economy and achieve economic growth.

When I was young, I wanted to be an Architect. Someone who can shape the world around us. I worked for two years in Architecture, but then shifted my career towards development. Working in this field taught me the importance of shaping people’s lives – not just their worlds.

My father encouraged me to always express my honest opinion without bias, no matter what it takes and what consequences it may lead to. This was a source of inspiration in my work and life.

Gender equality is a human right for everyone. Women are not only half of the World, they are mothers, daughters, sisters and wives. By achieving gender equality, we ensure equal opportunities for both women and men.

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