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As a little girl, I would gaze at the night sky with curiosity, passion, and wonder. I often pondered the mysteries of the Universe, imagining what lay beyond the stars I could see. When I learned that there was a science that unravels these cosmic secrets—Astronomy—I made it my lifelong goal to study it.
As I grew, so did my dream. I aspired to study in Chile, enchanted by its pristine skies and the world-class astronomy infrastructure nestled in the Atacama Desert. Coming from Mozambique, a country with limited opportunities in Astronomy, my journey was filled with obstacles. Yet, despite the challenges, my determination never wavered. Today, after years of perseverance and resilience, I am living my dream: pursuing an Astronomy degree in Santiago de Chile and proudly becoming the first and only Mozambican to achieve this milestone.
Along the way, I discovered another passion: science communication. Sharing my love for Astronomy became as meaningful to me as studying it. To make the wonders of the Universe accessible to everyone, especially those who might not see such a path as possible, I launched an outreach project on social media. Through this platform, I aim to demystify science, ignite curiosity, and inspire young minds to explore the Universe.
I hope my story inspires girls everywhere, particularly African girls, to believe in their dreams. No matter our origins, our difficult circumstances, or the challenges we face, we can still reach for the stars. Through science education and outreach, I hope to light a path for others to follow, proving that the sky is not the limit—it’s just the beginning.
As NASA astronaut Mae Jemison powerfully said at the IAU General Assembly in Cape Town:
“What stories are told matter, and the perspective of the storyteller is critical.”
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