What is your favourite thing about yourself? — Assembly

In Assembly’s “Around the world” series, girls sound off on the topics that matter to them, from the companies they’re dreaming up to the issues they wished more leaders talked about.

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“That I don't hold grudges. I also really love the fact that I'm so passionate about girl child education. Where I come from, about 55% of girls are out of school. I believe that a single voice can make a difference.”

— Hauwa, 16, Nigeria

“I like that I truly do everything with love and my heart, because I was taught to do so by my parents.”

— Aimée, 20, Suriname

“That I try to look at the positive side of everything and face it with a smile. Also, my hair!”

— Sofia, 15, Argentina

“I would say that one of my favorite things about myself is who I choose to surround myself with. The people around me resonate with joy and encourage me to become a better person every day. I wish for everyone to be blessed with an entourage that will support them to become the best possible version of themselves.”

— Salma, 20, Morocco