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They faced repression, violence and tear gas. Over 160 people were killed in just three months. Nails, screws and bullets were shot at Anna and those around her. After one of her friends was killed, she became more committed than ever to creating change. “When one of my university colleagues was killed, it was like a part of me died with him. We had to make it make sense. There was no way such an amazing person [could die] without things changing.” Anna could see that violence was not going to achieve the positive or sustainable change she wanted. Which is why she founded a non-violent student-led movement. To help bridge divides, and build long lasting peace. “[Young people should] not be a disposable token of conflict but be involved in high level decision-making … I have built a community of young people, that are motivated to shift power in a different way.” For Anna, peace starts with understanding and being part of the conversation. Thank you, Anna, for all you are doing to help build a safer, fairer future 🪧
