With the support and advice of the N.U.E.W (National Union Of Eritrean Women) I spent seven months in Eritrea filming my first self-financed independent documentary. My documentary deals with the role that Eritrean women played in the 30 year independence struggle against Ethiopia and its impact today on society.

I wanted to know the personal stories of these Tegadelti [freedom fighters in Tigrinya], and what lead them to join the armed struggle, how their experiences in Meda [battle fields] helped form their perception of women's rights issues and what type of future they believe awaits the next generation of Eritrean women.

During the 30 year independence struggle, Eritrean women played a very important and significant role in helping secure this independence so this documentary allows these brave women [and men] tell their own stories in their own words. If you would like to know more about my film please visit the following site.

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