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Changing the game: An athlete’s journey to freedom and self-acceptance

Changing the game: An athlete’s journey to freedom and self-acceptance

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Growing up in the tribal areas of Pakistan, Maria Toorpakai Wazir aspired to live life on her own terms. With the support of her family, she burned her clothes and began dressing as a boy in pursuit of freedom—and ultimately human rights.

While her journey has been fraught with obstacles, she is now among the top female squash players in the world and advocates for women’s rights through the Maria Toorpakai Foundation. Tune in for her story of perseverance and the power of acceptance.

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