When faced by social and cultural practices that disempower and hinder us from leading happy and fulfilled lives, most people feel overwhelmed and incapacitated. However, many decide to act and counter these social, cultural or even natural hindrances and problems. They transform themselves and those around them by taking a stand for what is good and important. They strive to stay positive and survive against the odds. They transform these negative forces to positive phenomenon. Interview with Dr Phoebe Abe an experienced GP & her empowering story and commitment to support her family, career and FGM survivors. Roger Henry & Taken Too Soon (p12), now in its second year, to transform devastating and destructive acts to positive opportunities to communities off crime and criminal tendencies (p14). Refugees and Asylum seekers escaping persecution supporters recognised during Volunteers & Refugee week (p8). Thanks Castle Cavendish Fest vote (p16). Dahabo FGM poem (p17) International FGM!
