https://saraaboulela.journoportfolio.comRSS Feed for Sara AboulelaenWed, 28 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://www.newwavezine.com/post/fangirl-is-not-a-dirty-word-why-women-s-joy-keeps-getting-dismissedThere’s something fascinating about the way society decides which childhood interests are allowed to follow us to adulthood. A man in his 30s can spend an entire weekend playing video games, collecting action figures or debating the Marvel Cinematic Universe and people might call him “passionate,” “dedicated” or a “lifelong fan.” A woman in her 30s gets excited about Disney movies, stuffed animals or a show she watched as a child, and suddenly, the conversation shifts. Is she immature? Does she...Wed, 28 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://www.newwavezine.com/post/fangirl-is-not-a-dirty-word-why-women-s-joy-keeps-getting-dismissedhttps://saraaboulela.journoportfolio.com/articles/enough-statements-feed-sudan/Today, 30 governments and the European Commission have signed a joint statement warning of the risk of famine in Sudan. Canada signed. So did the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia and much of Europe. Sorry if I don’t applaud. And you know who didn’t sign? The United Arab Emirates. Shocking.Fri, 23 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://saraaboulela.journoportfolio.com/articles/enough-statements-feed-sudan/https://this.org/2026/10/23/a-hairy-question/In 2014, Lettia McNickle showed up for her shift at Madisons New York Grill & Bar in downtown Montreal wearing cornrows. She was sent home by her manager. Her hours were cut, and she was eventually fired. Four years later, the Quebec Human Rights Commission ruled that McNickle had been the victim of racial and gender discrimination and ordered the restaurant’s owner to pay her $14,500. When the money didn’t arrive by the commission’s deadline, her case went to the...Fri, 23 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://this.org/2026/10/23/a-hairy-question/https://leshai.ca/story/reboot-remake-repeatThere was a time when news that a beloved show or movie was coming back felt like a gift. These days my first reaction is closer to a sigh, because it feels like Hollywood is rummaging through the same drawer, hoping to find something it hasn’t already used. The latest example is Glee.Sun, 11 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://leshai.ca/story/reboot-remake-repeathttps://www.borgenmagazine.com/canadians-influence-parliament-on-global-poverty/TORONTO, Canada — Canadians may live far from communities experiencing extreme poverty, but their voices continue to shape how...Sat, 16 May 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.borgenmagazine.com/canadians-influence-parliament-on-global-poverty/https://www.borgenmagazine.com/us-elections/TORONTO, Canada — There’s a common misconception that elections in the United States only affect the nation; however, the reality is that when Americans vote, the consequences extend beyond U.S. borders. Elections in the U.S. shape global development priorities that affect millions of people around the world living in poverty, determining whether life-saving programs expand, shrink or fade altogether. From foreign aid budgets to engagement with international institutions (e.g., the World Health...Thu, 30 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.borgenmagazine.com/us-elections/https://www.borgenmagazine.com/harry-styles-tour-2/TORONTO, Canada — When global pop sensation Harry Styles takes the stage, he not only commands attention, he commands influence. That influence is now being directed toward humanitarian impact through his partnership with Choose Love, a nonprofit supporting refugees and displaced communities worldwide during his upcoming 2026 tour, “Together, Together.” This initiative positions concerts as platforms for advocacy, fundraising and awareness, along with entertainment spectacles, signaling a broade...Sat, 04 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.borgenmagazine.com/harry-styles-tour-2/https://borgenproject.org/celebrity-initiatives-supporting-sudan/As the war and humanitarian crisis in Sudan continue, a range of celebrities are using their platforms to draw attention to the ongoing conflict. Together, these four celebrity initiatives supporting Sudan play a critical role in building international attention, raising money and amplifying calls for humanitarian aid amid the world’s largest humanitarian crisis. One of the most notable celebrity initiatives supporting Sudan was Artists for Aid, a star-studded benefit concert held earlier this y...Tue, 17 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://borgenproject.org/celebrity-initiatives-supporting-sudan/https://borgenproject.org/hunger-in-rwanda/Despite significant development progress over the past decades, hunger in Rwanda remains an ongoing challenge, affecting millions of people and posing a major obstacle to the country’s economic and social growth. Structural barriers, such as changing weather patterns, continue to undermine long-term food security for vulnerable households. Rwanda has made notable progress in reducing hunger, however food insecurity continues to affect a significant portion of its population. According to data ob...Sat, 24 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://borgenproject.org/hunger-in-rwanda/https://saraaboulela.journoportfolio.com/articles/from-vietnam-to-trump-how-one-woman-refuses-to-stay-silent/STUDIO CITY – At the intersection of Laurel Canyon Boulevard and Ventura Boulevard, every Sunday, a small group of anti-President Donald Trump protesters makes its presence known. Since being re-elected, the Trump administration has actively pursued policies that directly impact marginalized communities and weakens America’s democracy and global-standing. In Los Angeles, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids have deeply impacted communities and sparked protests across the sprawling city.Sat, 30 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://saraaboulela.journoportfolio.com/articles/from-vietnam-to-trump-how-one-woman-refuses-to-stay-silent/https://saraaboulela.journoportfolio.com/articles/met-gala-2025-when-glamour-politics-and-resistance-collide/LOS ANGELES – On May 5, 2025, the Metropolitan Museum of Art became a tribute to Black men’s style. The Costume Institute’s “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style” traced Black dandyism from the 18th century to today, and the Gala that celebrated it took place under a cloud of controversy.Fri, 30 May 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://saraaboulela.journoportfolio.com/articles/met-gala-2025-when-glamour-politics-and-resistance-collide/https://saraaboulela.journoportfolio.com/articles/beyond-the-usual-top-summer-travel-destinations-for-a-transformative-2025/As summer quickly approaches, experienced travellers and curious explorers are asking a common question: where to next? But in 2025, travel is less about ticking off well-worn tourist attractions and more about seeking authentic and enriching experiences. The modern traveller is craving more than ‘Instagram worthy’ backdrops, they want culture, connection, and sustainability.Wed, 28 May 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://saraaboulela.journoportfolio.com/articles/beyond-the-usual-top-summer-travel-destinations-for-a-transformative-2025/https://saraaboulela.journoportfolio.com/articles/despite-the-worlds-silence-we-must-keepeyesonsudan/LOS ANGELES — It has been over two years since fighting broke out in Sudan's capital, Khartoum, between the Sudanese Armed Forces (S.A.F.), led by Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, and the Rapid Support Forces (R.S.F.), led by Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, known as "Hemedti." Currently, it has been determined that 13 million people are displaced, 25 million face extreme hunger and the death toll is well over 150,000. Despite these statistics, the international community remains silent.Wed, 28 May 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://saraaboulela.journoportfolio.com/articles/despite-the-worlds-silence-we-must-keepeyesonsudan/