was born and raised in the Washington D.C. area. She is currently in 11th grade at Walter Johnson High School in Bethesda, MD. Valli has participated in various cross-cultural/human rights programs throughout the years, including Children's International Summer Villages and Amnesty International. Her interests include dance, history, and languages, and she hopes to study international law.
“Leading for Love”
The prophets Moses, Jesus, and Muhammad all exemplified Leadership through peace by showing tolerance, love, and compassion to their fellow man. Today, in a world ridden with stereotypes based on race, the teachings of these prophets may be recognized and used to bring equality and tolerance to society.
The importance of this project is not just to educate youth on other religions, but to make them see the similarities and great qualities of these other faiths. Only through knowledge and understanding will peace and tolerance occur. I have learned much about the Abrahamic faiths, and how many faiths teach the same thing. Faith should not be a barrier, but a bridge across cultures.
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