Mende Nazer

About the Author

Mende Nazer is a courageous author and human rights advocate whose extraordinary life story has inspired readers worldwide. Born in Sudan, she was abducted at the age of twelve and sold into slavery in Darfur, enduring unimaginable hardships before escaping to freedom in the United Kingdom. Her memoir, Slave, co-authored with Damien Lewis, provides a harrowing firsthand account of her captivity, resilience, and eventual liberation, shedding light on the hidden atrocities of modern-day slavery. Through her writing, Nazer not only shares her personal journey but also campaigns tirelessly for the rights of those still trapped in bondage, transforming her pain into a powerful call for justice and awareness.