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The Price of Being Female
In many parts of the world, being female is seen as a burden, a curse, or a reason for abuse. It is hard to relate to the lives led by millions of women the world over. I have access to education, health-care, and a say in my future….
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Art & Craft
Emily Blair Doiron Usually found: in my sketchbook or at my bench
Hometown: Charlottetown, PEI
Age: 27
Occupation: Jewellery designer/metalsmith and most recently the metals studio technician at the Nova Scotia Centre of Craft and Design ( I begin in September)
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Environment
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