Stuck: Barriers to Embracing Feminism in East Africa | Malaika Kironde | TEDxYouth@AKAMombasa

Malaika Kironde is a determined and tenacious student at the Aga Khan Academy in Mombasa, Kenya. In her talk, she brings attention to the challenges faced when mediating both a feminist and East African identity. Belonging to a culture that upholds the values of community and togetherness, Malaika is an inquisitive and dedicated student at the Aga Khan Academy Mombasa with a strong passion for sports and understanding the mechanisms of the world through a scientific lens. However, she believes that identity is not as simple as it seems and that creating a seamless concept of the individual draws upon several tenets of individuality. She attempts to break down the walls that restrict her from embracing her ultimate sense of self by defining her own values as she journeys through life. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx