Beneficiary’s Story

Story of Unique Agent of Peace
Choose Peace, Not Revenge
Nor was born in Somalia, a country in East Africa that has experienced decades of violence. When he was 17, his younger brother was killed by a government soldier. This tragedy deeply affected him and led him to join an armed group, driven by grief and a desire for justice.
Nor witnessed the harsh realities of conflict, and he was later arrested and sentenced to 15 years. Surrounded by sorrow and fear, Nor felt completely alone and lost hope for his future. During this difficult time, he met Accept International and started to study, reflect on peace and justice, and think about a new life after prison. Eventually, he became a teacher in the prison school and supported others in their learning and growth.
After his release, Nor chose to follow a path of peace instead of revenge. He supports young people affected by conflict and now helps prevent others from becoming involved in violence making use of his unique experiences. Nor says, “Accept International taught me the importance of learning and forgiveness. You gave me the courage to create a new future. Now I spend quiet time with my family and friends.”