The teacher who held secret lessons despite constant danger from Daesh

Meet Thurayya Mohammed Al-Hadi from Raqqa, who is so passionate about teaching she risked everything under Daesh to organise secret lessons. She now runs literacy courses for 450 women to support their education and reaching financial independence.

Inspiring Women is a series showcasing the lives of ten incredible women detailing their experiences under Daesh and how they have empowered others since liberation. Follow the series on Twitter using #InspiringWomen, or view the playlist on YouTube.

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