8. How does this activity relate to statelessness and other situations of exclusion? 9. How can we amplify the voices of those who are not being heard? After this discussion, revisit the story of the Makonde from Neha’s book (p. 37-40). The Makonde are a great example of how a group that is discriminated against can together demand rights and recognition. The participants can also watch a video about the Makonde, available here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-PG8chfAX_U. After reading from the book and watching the video, have a brief discussion about how the Makonde were able to gain their right to citizenship. Further the Activity: Apart from learning about statelessness, you can also act! You can find inspirational ways of action at http://www.kids.worldsstateless.org/act. For example, you can campaign, act and raise awareness within your own community – asking people to come together and make a real change to end statelessness or help stateless people! So, get out there and get active! And let us know what you’ve done by writing us at neha@institutesi.org. 25