Adilla recounts her personal struggles and the cultural barriers that shaped her early life. Through resilience and a fierce commitment to rewriting her story, she transformed adversity into leadership—carving her own path and inspiring others to challenge norms and embrace empowerment. Adilla is an founder and director and HRM consultant who brings a wealth of experience and expertise in HRM to the table. Through speaking engagements, workshops, or consulting, Adilla is committed to providing valuable insights and practical strategies that enable people to reach their full potential. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx