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She's a talented vlogger who loves to learn about people and new cultures. She's an explorer. She's curious. On a recent trip to Europe, she talks about an experience that helps her realize, how difficult it is to cope with other cultures, what cultural shock is and how she may have taken her American life for granted. Please welcome our vlogger, the next story teller, Jassi Kaur

He moved to the USA to complete his doctoral studies, but left his heart and soul in Bangladesh. He left his home in Bangladesh to struggle thousands of miles away from home. He believed that it would never be easy to find a home away from home. But with his doctoral journey, he began a new chapter in his book - The American Life. Authored by our very own nuclear physicist, Ladies and Gentlemen, Taufique Hassan on the stage!

She's a fighter, she is a one-man army. She's determined, she's strong. But what made her so strong? Her expereinces of walking alone and fighting alone? Her fierce self-determination? Her dreams and aspirations? You will know more from our little trooper who has achieved her merits on her right, ladies and gentlemen, please welcome Shreoshree Barua

The First Amendment of our prestigious constituion declares that America gives its people the right to exercise any religion, freedom of speech and freedom of press. Despite so, common people are still prejudiced and divided in the name of religion, colour and status. These disparities in our societies can change the lives of individuals and familiies. Our 15 year old performer, Zuha Islam, talks about his personal confrontation on freedom to practice his faith and his conviction along the journey. Ladies and Gentlemen, Zuha Islam.

A page in history turned his world around. A photograph from the war of 1971 was his inspiration. He has keen admiration for photos that speake of struggle, survival, the bold and the beuatiful. His ability to tell a story from behind the lens is incredible. Please welcome our award-winning photo-journalist - Andrew Biraj.

She's made 'big decisions' very early in life. She's very aware of the world that surrounds her and still chooses to do what she believes. She has worked very hard to set herself as a good exampl, fighting daily stereotypes. She's only 15, and she's already a rebel, standing up to those who simply divide societies by beliefs and faith. Please welcome, our brave 15-year old Namira Zinat