[.white]"Human rights are not something you are given—they are something you must fight for." [.white]

[.white] What is activism? Do human rights apply to everyone? And how can you use your voice to create social change in society? Get answers to these questions and more in a compelling talk by award-winning human rights advocate, [.white] [.white] Manilla Ghafuri [.white] [.white]. [.white]

[.white]Manilla Ghafuri fled from Afghanistan to Denmark in the late 1990s with her six siblings, mother, and father. Their journey on foot marked the beginning of Manilla’s lifelong fight for human rights—both nationally and globally. With over a decade of activism, she has used her personal story as part of the fight for justice and representation in society. Recognized as Woman of the Year 2025 by the Danish Women’s Society and recipient of the Human Rights Award 2022, Manilla Ghafuri has cemented the importance of her work. She uses her platform to highlight complex narratives of displacement, identity, daily struggles, and society’s lack of diversity—while showing how individuals can engage in creating positive change.[.white]

[.white]Her talk sparks reflection and motivates action—always with a deep understanding of the personal stories behind these important issues.[.white]