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Book SynopsisThis powerful memoir weaves the stories of valiant women who survived the Rwandan genocide with the struggle of their champion, Karen Sherman, to recover from her own history of abuse. The strength of these women helped Karen find her own way—through conflict zones and confrontations with corrupt officials to a renewed commitment to her family.
Trade ReviewA moving, fascinating story filled with emotional highs and lows, adventures and setbacks—and a large dose of wisdom. Every woman will relate to aspects of Brick by Brick and be inspired. -- Melanne Verveer, former United States ambassador for global women’s issues
Karen Sherman tells her poignant story of being a mother, a successful leader, and an advocate for women worldwide in Brick by Brick. Her empathy for women who have been victims of violence, abuse, and disempowerment is inspirational, and her story truly has the unique power to connect the stories of women everywhere. -- Joyce Banda, former president of Malawi
Table of ContentsAuthor’s Note Prologue PART I 1 The Move 2 The Country 3 The Work 4 Activists in Debt 5 Tag, You’re It 6 Sometimes Together, Sometimes Apart 7 Rumbek 8 Grace 9 Women in Rwanda PART II 10 Home 11 Straddling 12 Social Networks 13 Odd Woman Out 14 Debora 15 Women Leaders 16 Top of the Continent PART III 17 Pain into Power 18 Yei 19 Women’s Day 20 Yvette 21 Reentry 22 Spring Awakening 23 Ladies’ Choice 24 Out of Africa 25 A Better Place Epilogue Acknowledgments Selected Bibliography Index About the Author
