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Author: Michelle Quezada

Finally, a Chance to Start Anew

August 20, 2021August 20, 2021

The awaited day finally came. For more than a year I’d been struggling to get asylum status here in Norway.  

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My Update While Still Waiting…

July 21, 2021July 21, 2021

It’s been a month and a half since I had my appointment on my appeal for political asylum in Norway. I’m still waiting for an answer.

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Countdown to My Asylum Ruling

May 26, 2021May 26, 2021

I’m a few days away from my meeting with Norway’s Immigration Board, to appeal the negative decision made in my asylum case.

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Nicaraguans Suffering from Depression and Anxiety

May 14, 2021May 15, 2021

I decided to talk about this issue as mental health isn’t given much importance in Nicaragua. Many suicides among young people are a result.

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My Little Grain of Sand for Nicaragua

April 21, 2021April 21, 2021

I’ve thought about going back lots of times, but we know what will happen: death or jail, and causing more pain for our families.

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New Experiences, New Cultures

April 7, 2021April 7, 2021

Today I’ll talk a little about the experiences I’ve had in Norway, and what I’ve done to feel a little more in touch with this culture…

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My Road to Exile

March 27, 2021

At 19 years old, it had never crossed my mind that I would be leaving my country to save my life. The journey lasted two days.

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A Small Town Girl’s Dreams

March 16, 2021March 16, 2021

I am a 20-year-old Nicaraguan woman, who is interested in the environment and loves to explore and learn new things.

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