The World Was In Our Hands

Voices from the Boko Haram Conflict

A powerful call to reflect on the global issues that shape our collective experience.

A ground-breaking collection of first-hand accounts from people of all walks of life living through the Boko Haram conflict.

The World was in Our Hands features interviews with 47 people of all genders, ages and a variety of religious backgrounds, whose lives have been forever changed by the Boko Haram Conflict. It goes beyond news reels and familiar events like the Chibok girls, to show the  foreground the realities of those who are living through the conflict and presenting the humanity of all concerned.  These narratives explore patriarchy, the economy, climate change and corruption, presenting a nuanced and comprehensive understanding of the conflict.

Chitra Nagarajan is a journalist and writer who writes on climate change, conflict, feminism, foreign policy, migration, Nigeria and the wider Lake Chad region, race and  sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression. She draws from her extensive experience in conflict zones in this collection, conducting interviews across refugee camps and other areas impacted by the conflict.

The World was in Our Hands is an essential historical archive, perfect for readers interested in personal narratives that go beyond the headlines. A testament to the strength of the human story, it appeals to readers looking for powerful and inspirational stories of resilience.

Contributor: Chitra Nagarajan (Edited by)

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