I don't know what a supermodel is. If they call me that, I might have to punch them. It's just so vain and so unreal.

When I became successful as a model in the United States, I knew that my chance to be heard had come and so I took it.

Give love and share happiness with the people around you, and never give up fighting for what you believe in.

My family is and will always stay the most important to me.

Somalia is facing many problems, I don't even know where to start.

I always knew, from the very day of my own mutilation, that I would one day fight against this practice. I did not know how and when, but I knew that I would fight it.

I love life. I wish I could live another 500 years, truly. There is so much to do. I don't feel bitter or angry or disappointed. If anything, I am very grateful for where I come from. I have absolutely no regrets.