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I have to pinch myself sometimes… I’m proud, grateful, and finally allowed to be who I am.
University was a turning point
When life turned upside down, education lit the way forward.
After failing A-levels, university seemed out of reach. Then came something no one could have prepared for: a family caught in the crosshairs of political violence. When the Taliban discovered Hamed’s mother was advocating for women’s rights in local schools, it became dangerous to stay in Afghanistan. What followed was an 18-month escape across countries—filled with fear, uncertainty, and hope.
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From intimidation to inspiration
Computer Science sounded complex and intimidating—but USW broke it down step by step. Programming, visual computing, databases, real-world tech trends—all delivered in a way that made sense.
It wasn’t just about learning to code. It was about building confidence, community, and a future.
Today, Hamed is the Chief of Staff for Operate Digital at PwC - one of the biggest professional services firms in the world.
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