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Nigerian poet and activist Maryam Bukar Hassan.
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Nigerian poet with a global task
Nigerian poet and activist Maryam Bukar Hassan harnesses the power of spoken word to advance women’s rights, empower youth, and promote inclusive approaches to peacebuilding.
August 20, 2025

Nigerian poet and activist Maryam Bukar Hassan harnesses the power of spoken word to advance women’s rights, empower youth, and promote inclusive approaches to peacebuilding. Maryam, who hails from northern Nigeria's Borno state, was appointed as the UN’s first-ever Global Advocate for Peace. Here's the task before her.

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