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My name is Aleyna Gungor. I grew up in a small beach town on Long Island. I am a government and history double major. My mom is from Medellin, Colombia and my dad is from Izmir, Turkey. I can speak three languages fluently (English, Spanish, and Turkish) and I am learning Italian at Wesleyan.
Reflecting on the growing violence in Kibera as described in “Find Me Unafraid”, I felt an intense emotional connection, seeing parallels with the struggles in Colombia and Turkey. Both countries have experienced cycles of political violence, instability, and corruption that often target marginalized communities, leaving them vulnerable and voiceless. The challenges Jessica and Kennedy face …
