Neighborhood

Three out of four teenagers today express genuine concerns about the specter of gun violence in schools. In a world where safety should be a given, what can one individual do to illuminate a path toward change? Enter Anud Hashi, a senior at Highland High School in Salt Lake City, whose passion for her community exemplifies hope in adversity. Hashi, a dynamic young leader, proudly poses with the Somali flag, symbolizing her roots and her commitment to her community. Having migrated from Ethiopia in 2011, she understands the…

Tragic Incident in Baidoa: A Heartbreaking Loss Baidoa, the interim capital of Somalia's Southwest Administration, has once again become the backdrop of sorrow and despair. On a seemingly tranquil Saturday, a devastating attack shocked the community when mortar shells, allegedly fired by Al-Shabaab militants, struck a residential neighborhood. In this tragic event, a mother and her young child lost their lives, while four other children were left injured. How do we reconcile such moments of profound…