This is my big day! I will be in three events, and as time approaches I feel more nervous and uncomfortable. What would they say if I’ll make mistakes? I tell myself they are humans and so am I and there’s really nothing to be afraid of.

Here we go. In the afternoon, before the start of the Unicef session, they prepared lunch for the panellists. I feel so small because all of them are well-known. But the good thing is, former President of Ireland Mary Robinson, one of the panellists, told me that among the panellists I have the powerful voice because I am closer to the topic of discussion. I was surprised! I was encouraged to do my best. I gained strength from her words.

So the session started and the first question was for me. I answered it based based on my understanding as a 16-year old. The best thing is I also had to say the last words. Oh, it was so terrific! After the session, some of the audience approached me and told me to keep it up! It was amazing! I did it! And oh, there are still two events to attend to.

At Plan’s side event Because I am a Girl where I am expected to speak on the impact of the financial crisis. As I was delivering my speech, the room was in deep silence. When I ended, they gave me a long and loud round of applause. I cried not because of the clap but because I felt I was able to unlock the voice of many girls in different parts of the world.

One more left…but this is the one which is very exciting. A short speech at the UN Foundation at the Millenium Hotel. Two minutes and I could sleep. So I did it. Maybe I did it well, but even if I didn’t, the important thing is it came from my heart. It is hard to express in words.

I thought I could sleep after that. But the questions of the moderator at the Unicef panel is still in my head. It is as if he is still asking questions!