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Who Told You That?

Two friends told me they show my picture to their daughters to encourage them to love their melanated skin. That inspired this heartfelt letter about beauty, identity, and discovering that your worth isn't defined by culture, but by who you are in Christ.
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By Valmy Awasom

July 16, 2026
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