Successful individuals, communities, and societies are underpinned by the quality of their educational system. Without equal opportunity and accessible education, individuals cannot reach their full potential.
Born in a refugee camp and raised without formal education, Anyier understands the barriers that prevent individuals from accessing education. Anyier has firsthand experience with the educational challenges of a young refugee woman. Anyier has forged her path to success by completing her Bachelor’s and Master’s and now undertaking a PhD, once again, seeking to advance the opportunities for women through her research into challenges and inequalities women face in relationships involving bride price exchange traditions. Anyier Yuol collaborates with a range of stakeholders to amplify the voice of women in Western Sydney across Australia and the world over.
In her talk, you will:
- Gain insight into how Anyier’s education journey has led her to where she is today.
- Gain insight into her work in the social advocacy space and the United Nations High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR).