Emtithal Mahmoud
Poet & Activist | Speaking Truth to Power
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Emtithal Mahmoud is a Sudanese-American poet and activist whose powerful spoken word performances have captivated audiences worldwide. As a UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador, she uses her platform to amplify the stories of refugees and advocate for human rights.
Mahmoud's debut poetry collection 'Mama' explores her family's journey from war-torn Darfur, offering a nuanced perspective on displacement, identity, and resilience. Her keynotes weave poetry, personal narrative, and a call to action, inspiring audiences to confront global issues with empathy and courage.
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A young poet tells the story of Darfur
Emtithal "Emi" Mahmoud writes poetry of resilience, confronting her experience of escaping the genocide in Darfur in verse. She shares two stirring original poems about refugees, family, joy and sorrow, asking, "Will you witness me?"
2 talks, all in 2016
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Emtithal Mahmoud at Aspen Ideas Festival 2025
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2 events · 2016
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