Zahra Airall

Activist Type
Women's Rights

Zahra Airall, a prominent figure in Antigua and Barbuda, is a women’s rights activist, writer, filmmaker, director, and playwright. She is the cofounder and an executive within the Women of Antigua organization. Airall also directs the Sugar Apple Theatre in Antigua and has penned plays like The Forgotten which was showcased at t

Airall’s literary contributions extend to collaborative Caribbean women’s projects like She Sex and captivating short stories The Looking Glass. Airall has received several awards, including the literary arts award at the National Youth Awards in 2016 which honored her diverse contributions to literature, activism, and the arts.

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Anique Frederick

I find profound inspiration in the island’s national flower, the hibiscus. This stunning flower, renowned for its vibrant colors and delicate form, plays a pivotal role in my creative process.

 

Antigua and Barbuda

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Capital
St. John's
Founded
November 1, 1981
Demonym
Antiguan
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