Ex-model Waris Dirie has emerged as a modern day female rights crusader, protesting against female circumcision and cruelty against women:
The subject is close to Dirie's heart. At the young age of 3, she was subjected to the procedure, being cut by a worn razor and sewn up with a thorn and thread in the deserts of Somalia. In an article in the Times Online, she said, "It was very disturbing and emotional...It is a barbaric crime [and] incredible it is still happening now in the 21st century."
Later, Dirie fled and found herself in London where, after being discovered by a photographer, she became an international supermodel. Her story comes to cinematic life in the film, 'Flower in the Desert' starring fellow model Liya Kebede.
Dirie, a United Nations special ambassador and recipient of numerous humanitarian awards, hopes the film will be shown all over the world as a remonstration against female circumcision.
'Flower in the Desert' or 'Fleur du Désert' debuted in France a week ago, and will be coming to a theater near you.
I have just watched your movie flower in the desert and your story really touched me. I felt sorrow, anger and sympathy for what had happened to you. I could'nt even bare the thought of that happening to anyone dear to my heart. I admire you for the work that you have achieved and going to accomplish. You are a true Ambassador and a gem to be cherished. You have a beautiful spirit as well unique beauty. Good luck with your endeavours and I wish you well for the future.
ReplyDeleteAdmired fan Jo :)