Sharing my personal experiences through writing, design and painting has been a really effective means of healing. Helping me process previous traumas, achieve closure, and come to terms with major life events. It’s been a voyage of self-discovery and emotional release. Writing and painting are a passion of mine, as well as a form of self-expression and a creative outlet.
Writing and painting are examples of artistic expression. It enables people to express their creativity, experiment with words and colors, and create a narrative that resonates with everyone.
Finally, it’s about personal development, inspiration, or the desire to make a difference; it’s a chance for self-discovery, introspection, and celebration of my life experiences. I want to share my tale authentically through words and colors.
Nesreen Barwari
With over 30 years of experience across humanitarian, public, and academic sectors, she has devoted her career to promoting conflict management, good governance, and community development in Iraq and the Kurdistan Region.
My Memoir
Born in Baghdad in 1967, Nesreen’s memoir unfolds the journey of a Kurdish woman forging her identity in the shadow of war, loss, and resilience. From childhood, her mother’s vivid tales and her family’s legacy of endurance taught her that survival and selfhood are woven from the threads of memory.
