qusay standing with his arms folded. He is at a graduation

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Qusay’s life changed forever on August 3, 2006, when a car bomb in Iraq left him blind and fighting for his life. Through the dedication of doctors, the serendipity of fate, and his unshakable faith, he survived and began a new chapter—one that, in many ways, “has been richer and more fulfilling than the life I once knew” he said.

Qusay learned that “Life is a gift, even in the darkest moments. It’s about how we choose to live and the impact we make.” Despite the challenges, he earned a master’s degree and is now pursuing a Ph.D. at UT Austin.  As he shares  his journey, we are left with many inspirational words of wisdom from him, like when he said “the obstacles we face are not meant to break us, but to shape us into stronger, more compassionate individuals.”

“I believe no one is truly alone; support and resources are always within reach. By sharing my story, I hope to demonstrate how resilience and hope can transform even the most daunting challenges into opportunities for growth and inspiration.”