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Mohamedou Ould Slahi

Mohamedou Ould Slahi, connu pour *Guantánamo Diary*. Son histoire de vie à Guantánamo Bay a été adaptée au cinéma dans le film Netflix *The Mauritanian*. Un bâtisseur de ponts qui relie les cultures, les perspectives et les histoires humaines.

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Sujets traités

1. From Guantánamo to Inner Freedom: Resilience and Strength in Extreme Circumstances

A deeply personal story about mental fortitude, coping with injustice, and reclaiming agency when everything has been taken from you. What does it mean to lead yourself? How do you remain human under extreme conditions, and what can individuals and organizations learn from that?

2. Connection in Practice: Building Bridges in a Divided World

In times of growing divisions—both in society and in the workplace—connection is more important than ever. Mohamedou shows how genuine dialogue can lead to understanding and reconciliation, even with those you least expect it from. An inspiring story about listening, collaborating, and bridging differences.

3. Guantánamo Diary: The Power of Stories, From Survival to Meaning

How do you put into words something almost impossible to comprehend? Guantánamo Diary was written in captivity but has grown into a universal message of humanity and justice. A powerful example of how storytelling empowers, gives ownership of your own narrative, and how language can heal.

4. Cultural Identity, Diversity, and Inclusion: From Isolation to Impact

Mohamedou draws on his Mauritanian roots to tell universal stories of reconciliation and hope. He explores the tension between heritage, faith, and global citizenship, showing how differences can unite rather than divide.

5. “No Shoes”: From the Desert to the Netherlands

Mohamedou’s first real pair of shoes marked a turning point. It’s the story of growing up in rural Mauritania and—both literally and figuratively—taking steps into a new world, without ever forgetting his origins.

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