Nigeria, July 29 -- Nigerian poet and spoken word artist Maryam Hassan has been appointed the United Nations' Global Advocate for Peace.

Ms Hassan, a peace advocate, uses the power of poetry and performance to champion gender equality, youth empowerment and inclusive peacebuilding.

Her poetry, performed on global stages from Rome to Kampala and at the UN Headquarters in New York, speaks to the resilience of women and youth on the frontlines of conflict and the power of creative expression to inspire change.

Ms Hassan's advocacy extends beyond performance as she works with youth networks, grassroots organisations, and international forums to promote inclusive peace processes, challenge the status quo and amplify marginalised voices, par...