Nicole Rapu
Hi! I am Nicole Rapu, a 15-year-old living in Lagos, Nigeria, who is working towards my big dreams of transforming Nigeria, the African Continent, and finally the world!! I love to learn new things and better understand society and our world; predictably, I’m also fascinated by politics, IR and economics. I also love to write and tell stories woven with social and political issues to urge people to think, reflect, and empathise. I believe storytelling is a beautiful way to break down barriers and unite, especially in such divided times!
Starting With You
female
Age 14 - 17
11/10/2009
This essay is a monologue, firstly, from the viewpoint of the Earth, which has been neglected for centuries and is now worn out and still hurting. This mirrors how young people often have to watch our Earth be destroyed, watching our future slip away as we are told to be quiet, be silent. However, the tone changes, tied to the theme "Generation Restoration" and young people all over the world, taking the wheel, shaping their future by not just being leaders of tomorrow but also leaders of today. This becomes a rallying cry about utilising voice, recognising our strength, and rising as the generation that won't allow restoration to remain a far-fetched dream but rather do all we can to make it a reality. This is honest, passionate, and based on the idea that we don't have to wait around to make a difference; we could make that difference we want to see; define our today, build our tomorrow!
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