Samman Akbarzada is an Afghan refugee and the author of two books "Life is a Movie," her debut novel, and "A Glimmer in the Dark," a collection of poetry. Her words capture the suffering, heartbreak, gratitude, and redemption that mark a life lived on the blade of conflict with love and empathy as her constant guiding light, aspiring to foster empathy and understanding among readers.

She plans to major in psychology and serve as a trauma-focused therapist for refugee women, while pursuing her love for creative writing as well. Driven by a profound desire to bring hearts closer through her art, Samman seeks to amplify the voices of under-served communities. She serves as an interpreter for the International Rescue Committee and is actively engaged with C'ville Tulips, a program dedicated to empowering refugee women through literacy. Additionally, she tutors girls in Afghanistan online through a non-profit organization. 

She believes fervently in the transformative power of art and poetry to dissolve barriers, dismantle walls, and unite humanity. Samman aspires her work to serves as a testament to the beauty of shared experiences and the profound connections forged through storytelling. Through poetry, she invites us to transcend differences, embrace vulnerability, and celebrate the inherent beauty of our shared humanity.