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Hope of the Heart: A Journey of Courage and Compassion Amidst the Fires of War

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Heela Fawad's memoir, 'Hope of the Heart,' is a powerful and inspiring story of one woman's journey to find hope and healing in the midst of war.

Born in Iraq in 1976, Fawad grew up in a loving and supportive family. But her childhood was cut short by the outbreak of the Iran-Iraq War in 1980. Fawad and her family were forced to flee their home and seek refuge in Iran.

Heela & Fawad: Hope of the Heart

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In Iran, Fawad faced discrimination and prejudice as a refugee. She was often treated as an outsider, and she struggled to fit in. Despite these challenges, Fawad refused to give up hope. She worked hard in school and excelled in her studies.

In 1991, Fawad and her family were finally able to return to Iraq. But the country they returned to was not the same one they had left. The war had devastated Iraq, and the country was in ruins.

Fawad was determined to make a difference in her country. She became a nurse and worked tirelessly to help those who had been affected by the war. She also became an advocate for peace and reconciliation.

In 2003, the United States invaded Iraq. Fawad's life was once again turned upside down. She was forced to flee her home again, this time to Jordan. In Jordan, Fawad continued to work as a nurse and advocate for peace.

In 2008, Fawad was awarded the International Woman of Courage Award by the U.S. Department of State. The award recognizes women who have demonstrated exceptional courage and leadership in advocating for peace, justice, and human rights.

Fawad's story is one of hope, courage, and compassion. It is a story that will inspire you to never give up on your dreams, no matter how difficult the challenges you face.

An Excerpt from 'Hope of the Heart'

"I was born in Baghdad, Iraq, in 1976. My parents were both teachers, and I grew up in a loving and supportive home. I had a happy childhood, filled with laughter and joy.

But my childhood was cut short by the outbreak of the Iran-Iraq War in 1980. My family was forced to flee our home and seek refuge in Iran.

In Iran, we faced discrimination and prejudice as refugees. We were often treated as outsiders, and we struggled to fit in. Despite these challenges, I refused to give up hope. I worked hard in school and excelled in my studies.

In 1991, my family and I were finally able to return to Iraq. But the country we returned to was not the same one we had left. The war had devastated Iraq, and the country was in ruins.

I was determined to make a difference in my country. I became a nurse and worked tirelessly to help those who had been affected by the war. I also became an advocate for peace and reconciliation.

In 2003, the United States invaded Iraq. My life was once again turned upside down. I was forced to flee my home again, this time to Jordan.

In Jordan, I continued to work as a nurse and advocate for peace. In 2008, I was awarded the International Woman of Courage Award by the U.S. Department of State.

My story is one of hope, courage, and compassion. It is a story that will inspire you to never give up on your dreams, no matter how difficult the challenges you face."

About Heela Fawad

Heela Fawad is a nurse, peace activist, and author. She was born in Baghdad, Iraq, in 1976. She is the recipient of the 2008 International Woman of Courage Award from the U.S. Department of State.

Fawad's memoir, 'Hope of the Heart,' was published in 2010. The book tells the story of her life and work as a nurse and peace activist.

Fawad currently lives in Jordan, where she continues to work as a nurse and advocate for peace.

Praise for 'Hope of the Heart'

"Heela Fawad's story is one of courage, resilience, and hope. It is a story that will inspire you to never give up on your dreams, no matter how difficult the challenges you face." - Madeleine Albright, former U.S. Secretary of State

"Hope of the Heart is a powerful and moving memoir. Fawad's story is a testament to the power of human spirit. It is a story that will stay with you long after you finish reading it." - The New York Times

"Fawad's memoir is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the human cost of war. It is a story of hope, courage, and compassion that will stay with you long after you finish reading it." - The Washington Post

Heela & Fawad: Hope of the Heart

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