Layla is an living in Amsterdam. Smart, stubborn, and deeply affected by the racism and Islamophobia she experiences daily, she feels increasingly alienated from Dutch society. While her parents have successfully assimilated and wish for her to become a doctor, Layla views their compliance as a betrayal of their values. Radicalization and Rebellion
Her frustration leads her toward . She begins posting political flyers and online films about the suffering of Muslims in Syria and Gaza. Her path crosses with Abdel , a charismatic young radical she meets online. After a series of clashes with the police and her own family, Layla feels she has no choice but to leave home. A New Life in the Middle East Layla M. image
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