This talk was recorded live at DFTB18 in Melbourne, Australia. With the theme of ‘Science and Story,’ we pushed our speakers to step out of their comfort zones and consider why we do what we do. Caring for children is not just about acquiring scientific know-how but also about looking beyond a diagnosis or clinical conundrum at the patient and their families.
Mariam Issa arrived in Australia in 1998 with four small children and a fifth on the way. Having escaped a war-torn Somalia, she sought a new life for herself and her family. Adapting to a new life and culture, she moved on from seeing herself as a victim to seeing herself as someone who could make a difference. Now, she strives to improve refugees’ lives through her work with Resilient Aspiring Women and the Asylum Seekers Resource Centre. In this powerful talk, she shares the story of her life and how such stories have the power to inspire growth.
For more on Mariam, then, head over to her webpage, www.mariamissa.com.au.
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