Azadeh Afsahi fled Iran as a child, but her country never left her heart. She just realizes that it and the people there, especially the women, need help. Ergo, she started Iran House, and more recently Afghanistan House. These houses are build to help survivors from Iran and Afghanistan navigate the traumas they have been through, start their long journeys to heal, and help support the people there as much as possible.
Read MoreLinda Varg has the feminist bad ass punk sound that you will want to jam out too. The Swedish born pop star just released her new single, ‘Like A Boss,’ which was a collaboration between her, Anders Wrethov, and her husband Ulf Nilsson (winner of The Voice Sweden). The song is the ultimate party tune and a great addition to her list of singles. Linda also recently put out, ‘Standing In The Middle Of The Road,’ which is her response to the bullying she has received as an adult. Inspired, Linda shares some advice to those who are victims of bullying below. Additionally, Linda talks with Jejune about Project iRISE, a survivor-led, community-based nonprofit organization with a mission to educate and empower survivors of human trafficking and those at risk. Read on to learn more about Linda Varg, her upcoming projects, and her involvement in Project iRISE.
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