I am not a refugee. I sought refuge for many years, but the word 'refugee' does not define me. It just limits me and puts me in a box. — Clemantine Wamariya Copy Share Image
If we believe that a person seeking refuge is to be pitied, feared, despised, and looked down upon, we are doing ourselves a disservice. — Clemantine Wamariya Copy Share Image
No matter what is happening in your life, you always offer tea. — Clemantine Wamariya Copy Share Image
If you want to learn about the history of a people, eat their food and drink their beverages. — Clemantine Wamariya Copy Share Image
My day-to-day varies. I do some public speaking. I talk to school groups. — Clemantine Wamariya Copy Share Image
Make your education personal. When it matters to you, you will show up. — Clemantine Wamariya Copy Share Image
To the young girl who fails to see opportunities around her: Awaken the intellectual curiosity within you. Go on, search for those opportunities and… — Clemantine Wamariya Copy Share Image
I am thankful to those who've listened to my story over and over as well as those who've helped me share it. For me,… — Clemantine Wamariya Copy Share Image
Being able to connect with other humans is something I've done since I was little. — Clemantine Wamariya Copy Share Image
The idea of somebody suffering is really painful to every human. In our collective language, we all too often see those who are suffering… — Clemantine Wamariya Copy Share Image
It's taken a lot of years for me to learn how to share my story. — Clemantine Wamariya Copy Share Image
