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"I look at myself as having the potential to be as strong and caring as the amazing women I met in Kenya."

Kate Cummings (Tufts University) volunteered in 2009 as a Peace Fellow for Vital Voices in Africa.

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Urmila Bishwakarma



At 24 years old Urmila Bishwakarma works for one of the most respected Dalit organizations in Nepal, starred the first Dalit-issue nationally televised soap opera, and has endured incredible hardship.

Two years ago Urmila's mother, father, and brother passed away forcing her to move to Kathmandu to support her younger siblings. She now lives alone with her brother, works full time, and attends college.

Last year Urmila was diagnoised with breast cancer and is currently undergoing treatment. Vibrant and full of life, Urmila is enthusiastic about equality for all Nepalis.

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