I first heard about the newspaper “Migratory Birds” from my teacher at school. I learnt that a group of girls from Afghanistan had produced a newspaper and were also broadcasting a radio show, in which they described their daily lives and how they were hoping to expand their activities. Right there and then I decided I wanted to be part of the team, not knowing of course whether they would accept me or not. Nevertheless, I tried to get in touch with them. At the meeting I saw that there were others that had come along to join the team. Aristea and the girls explained how we could take part and how each one of us could undertake one aspect of the proposed expansion of the newspaper.
I registered and despite my nervousness at that first meeting, I was warmly welcomed the following week and made to feel very relaxed. I have been a member of the team since then.
I used to think that journalism was easy, but after getting seriously involved in it I now realise that it is quite the opposite. Nevertheless, I continue to be a member of the group. I have learnt a lot and I am still learning every day.
I am so happy to be a part of this team.
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