Sana Azem: Protecting Humanity
Learn English with Sana Azem’s speech. In this powerful speech at the University of Richmond’s 2022 graduation ceremony, Sana Azem shares her experiences growing up in Syria and the importance of seeking truth and understanding beyond surface appearances. Sana, a journalism graduate who conducted research and wrote the stories of Syrian refugee women in her special report, “The Story She Holds,” reminds us of our shared humanity and urges us to use our knowledge to build bridges and protect our compassion towards one another.