Mercy, Red Rose student and Girls' Club member, wanted to share her latest poem. Here, she sharply reflects on the challenges that many girls in Kibera confront, but also the positive life she aspires to achieve. We strongly encourage her expressions of self and reflections on life... so enjoy!
Who Am I As A Girl?
A poem by Mercy A.
As a little girl being employed,
others go to school as I am at home.
Working past hours, never given time to rest.
Being weak, no growing, no feeding, or being abused.
As little girls, we should fight for our rights.
Finding a young girl learning and enjoying
life in school, but after a few weeks,
Boys' sweet talks mislead the girls.
After a few months, falling in love, a girl drops out of school.
Why? Every girl has a right to school.
As little girls, we should fight for our rights.
All my parents are gone, I'm remaining an orphan.
People insulting and laughing at me,
others even encourage me to leave school. Why?
I should learn to become a good person in the future,
help my family to leave poorness behind and cheer for a new life.
As little girls, we should fight for our rights.
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