Mother and daughter, Bungamati, Nepal.
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Bedouin girl, Petra, Jordan. Images and poem by Tara Bradford.
Give me a chance
I need a chance
to study at school
to seize opportunities
to learn just like you
I need a chance
to grow, think and reach
to wander and wonder
defy tradition's long reach
I need a chance
to make my own decisions
to carve a career
not marriage as prison
I need a chance
to discover my worth
to nurture my talent
before I give birth
I need a chance
to choose my own path
to plan my own journey
without family wrath
I need a chance
to remain strong, in good health
to be who I am
not some man's chattel as wealth
Give me a chance
you'll see what I can do
surpass expectations
be independent like you
I LOVE THE GIRL EFFECT!
And your words say everything. Let the world hear.
Power to the Peaceful!
:)
Posted by: amber | 09 October 2011 at 23:22
The poem and image are powerful indeed. Thanks for all you share with us here. I will check out your links.
Posted by: Marilyn | 06 October 2011 at 11:11
Powerful. I love it.
Posted by: Mama Zen | 04 October 2011 at 20:37
Beautiful...powerful
Posted by: Stephanie | 04 October 2011 at 17:14
You are so right. All they need is a chance. Beautiful.
Posted by: Kim | 04 October 2011 at 13:52
"I need a chance to seize opportunities." Yes. That is echoing all over the campaign and is resonating deeply with me. Lovely poem and images, Tara!
Posted by: Roxanne | 04 October 2011 at 10:51
Yes!!!!! I will support this. As a mother to two beautiful girls, I know how my heart would break and their lives wouldn't reach their potential for contributing to this world if they weren't supported in their dreams each step of the way. Thanks for the heads up. xo
Posted by: C'est moi! | 04 October 2011 at 03:16