I've never been one to stay still. I was born a nomad, and I still am a nomad and always will be.
Waris DirieWhen 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.
Waris DirieI still do find it very difficult in the West to connect to this politeness of smiling, not saying how you're thinking or not saying how you really feel.
Waris DirieWell, of course thereโs my own experience of being mutilated as a little child. Having gone through this cruel practice and all the long-term consequences that come with it, I just cannot sit back and watch it being done to thousands of little girls every year. I believe that it is my responsibility to use the attention I get to fight against the continuing practice of FGM.
Waris Dirie