I Will Scream to the World

My Story. My Fight. My Hope for Girls Everywhere.

By: Jaha Marie Dukureh

Narrated by: Jaha Marie Dukureh

This extraordinary memoir details the monumental journey of one young Gambian woman from survivor of FGM and forced child marriage, to global activist and political leader who became UN Women's first Goodwill Ambassador for Africa, one of Time Magazine’s 100 Most Influential People, and among the youngest people nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize.

On the wedding night of her first arranged marriage, fifteen-year-old Jaha learned that she had undergone Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) as an infant. That painful discovery, coupled with her experiences with a second arranged marriage, set Jaha on her path as an activist—a courageous mission that would require her to brave hostility in her community and family, and even attempts on her life.

Despite the challenges, and with ever-growing determination, Jaha founded Safe Hands for Girls, an organization that succeeded in having FGM banned in Gambia. She is now working to eradicate FGM and forced child marriage worldwide by 2030 and running to be the next President of The Gambia.

I Will Scream to the World recounts Jaha’s ongoing, uphill journey to be seen as a survivor, activist, but most of all as a human. She dives into her childhood to show the root causes of her crusading, shares her personal and professional life, and explores, as only a survivor can, a practice that while violent and troubling, is often culturally misunderstood.

Above all, Jaha’s unflinchingly honest memoir is a story of resilience and extraordinary fearlessness, of the strength that comes with learning to love oneself, and of the power within everyone to create meaningful and lasting change.

©2025 Jaha Marie Dukureh (P)2024 Recorded Books

A Beautiful Human: A Great Activist, But First, A Beautiful Human.

I was inspired, educated, and related deeply. This is a story the world NEEDS to hear. Thank you for sharing it. I couldn’t stop listening once I pressed play. A must-read for every young woman. I will keep cheering you on as you soar. I’m so proud of you, Jaha.

Just Waw!!!! Amazingly inspiring

I just finished I Will Scream to the World by Jaha Dukureh, and it was incredibly powerful. Her story is raw, honest, and deeply inspiring — not just a memoir, but a testament to resilience and courage in the face of silence and injustice. What stood out most to me is how she transformed personal pain into purpose and real change. This is one of those books that stays with you long after you finish it. Highly recommend.