Likes: Reading, Studying, Learning , Playing Video
games, experiencing new things, getting to know people and writing
Dislikes: Sleeping late, and boredom.
I live in Fontana, Wisconsin. It's a small village in Southeastern Wisconsin. I onlly became a self advocate a
few years back, but I'm loving it. I work closely with the Waukesha based
organization ACAP, run by some of the best people I know. I work with an
inclusive theater troupe, the ACAP players, run by Patricia Chones and Mark
Cage. Luckily, (or unluckily, they might say) for them, my cerebral palsy
only affects my legs and arms, so my mouth is unmatched. I enjoy writing and
have co-written a couple scripts, and I'm also working on a superhero novel,
Nightfire. I love traveling and meeting new people. I have a wondeful family
at home, with two older brothers, and even though they bother me sometimes,
they've taught me a lot. I joined KASA so I could see what it was like to be
a national advocate, and to learn how to control my mouth. Once I finish
high school, I'd like to study the Islamic relgion at the Zaytuna Institute,
and then head to Duke to study law. I believe KASA will be a great
experience for me, and will help me make a difference in many lives. You can
reach me at: hamzajaka@hotmail.com
Afilliations: KASA (2008-), the ACAP Players (2006-present), BigfootHigh School manager and statistician
(2006, 2008). Nerdcore/KOTR (2008-).
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