“Islamically, there is nothing that prohibits a woman from achieving any material goal a man is capable of achieving. Allah has created us with the same intelligence and brain capacity, we have the same rights. I am a Yemeni woman; I love my culture and my roots. Is there anything that prevents me from achieving my dreams and goals? Certainly not. My undergraduate years have been amazing. Alhamdulillah [thanks be to God] I have met people from all over the world, and have had the opportunity to develop my character through my experiences.”
YCA celebrate university success
Photography by: Sarah Saleh, Yusra Ahmed and Emily Haimeed
The theatre at Fir Vale School was full for a special celebration of university achievement organised by the Yemeni Community Association (YCA). Numbers going to university from the Yemeni community have increased dramatically over recent years and several dozen individuals received awards to recognize their achievements.
The event was opened with Quranic speeches and brief remarks by newly appointed Chief Executive of the YCA, Abtisam Mohamed and Chair, Saleh Alnoud.
Guest of honour, Richard Caborn and his father had both worked in Firth Brown's steelworks along with many Yemenis. Richard recalled his father, George Caborn, setting up one of the first anti-racist campaigns in Sheffield and called on people to make sure they voted in the local elections to ensure that the BNP did not get seats. Richard Caborn MP spoke of his pride in the achievements and said that his mum and dad, in particular, would have been really proud.
Those at the event were also treated to a fantastic dance and drama show from young people attending Arabic School and hilarious comedy sketches from young people attending the YCA study support project.
A key speech from graduate Sami Musaid called on young people to have clear goals and avoid the distractions of drugs such as Qat and Cannabis. Sami thanked the management committee of the YCA for their hard work.
Another speech from Murcilla Mosleh, celebrated the educational achievements of women. Murcilla said:
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