In 2024, I had the incredible honour of representing my motherland, Afghanistan, at the MultiCultural Festival organized by the Multicultural Crew at Champlain. This event provided an opportunity to celebrate and share our culture while addressing common misconceptions that people could have pertaining our country with its past. Instead of focusing on the challenges or stereotypes often associated with our nation, we showcased its beauty, diversity, and unique traditions. Together with Freshta, I dedicated over seven hours to preparing for the festival. Our planning involved researching…