Clemantine Wamariya

Clemantine Wamariya is a Rwandan author and human rights advocate who has written extensively on the experiences of refugees and displaced persons. Her memoir, 'The Girl Who Smiled Beads', tells the story of her childhood in Rwanda during the genocide and her subsequent displacement. Wamariya has received numerous awards for her writing and advocacy work, including the National Book Award and the PEN America Award. She is a frequent speaker on the topic of refugee rights and has worked with various organizations to support displaced communities. Wamariya is based in the United States.