Resurfacing: Sisterhood, Sharks, and Storms – A Memoir of Resilience and Healing

Reshma Saujani is the founder of Girls Who Code, a non-profit organization that works to close the gender gap in technology. She is also a lawyer, politician, and author. In her memoir, Resurfacing, Saujani writes about her experiences with sexism, racism, and other challenges she has faced as a woman of color. She also writes about the power of sisterhood and the importance of supporting other women.

Resurfacing: Sisterhood, Sharks and Storms a Memoir

by Laura DeSisto

4.9 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	4805 KB
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Print length	:	262 pages
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The book is divided into three parts. The first part, "Sharks," chronicles Saujani's experiences with sexism and racism. She writes about being passed over for promotions, being told that she is not qualified for certain jobs, and being harassed by male colleagues. The second part, "Storms," chronicles Saujani's experiences with adversity. She writes about losing her father to cancer, being diagnosed with breast cancer, and running for Congress and losing. The third part, "Sisterhood," chronicles Saujani's experiences with the power of sisterhood. She writes about the importance of having a support network of other women who can provide you with encouragement and support. She also writes about the importance of giving back to other women and helping them to achieve their goals.

Resurfacing is a powerful and inspiring memoir that will resonate with anyone who has ever faced adversity. Saujani's story is a reminder that we are all capable of overcoming challenges and achieving our dreams. It is also a reminder of the importance of sisterhood and the power of supporting other women.

Quotes from Resurfacing

• "I am a woman of color. I am a lawyer. I am a politician. I am a founder. I am a survivor. I am Reshma Saujani."
• "I have been called a shark. I have been called a storm. But I am not afraid to be who I am."
• "Sisterhood is not about being perfect. It is about being there for each other, even when we disagree."
• "We need to support each other and lift each other up. We need to create a world where all women can succeed."

About the Author

Reshma Saujani is the founder of Girls Who Code, a non-profit organization that works to close the gender gap in technology. She is also a lawyer, politician, and author. Saujani was born in India and raised in the United States. She graduated from Harvard University and Yale Law School. After working as a lawyer for several years, she ran for Congress in 2010. She lost the election, but her campaign inspired her to found Girls Who Code.

Saujani is a passionate advocate for women and girls. She believes that all women and girls have the potential to achieve great things. She is working to create a world where all women and girls have the opportunity to succeed.

Reviews

"Resurfacing is a powerful and inspiring memoir that will resonate with anyone who has ever faced adversity. Saujani's story is a reminder that we are all capable of overcoming challenges and achieving our dreams. It is also a reminder of the importance of sisterhood and the power of supporting other women." - The New York Times

"Resurfacing is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the challenges that women of color face. Saujani's story is both heartbreaking and inspiring, and it will leave you with a renewed sense of hope for the future." - The Washington Post

"Resurfacing is a powerful and important book. Saujani's story is a reminder that we all have the potential to overcome adversity and achieve our dreams. It is also a reminder of the importance of sisterhood and the power of supporting other women." - The Huffington Post

Resurfacing: Sisterhood, Sharks and Storms a Memoir

by Laura DeSisto

4.9 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	4805 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	262 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported

FREE