She writes predominantly on women's and children's issues, and is the recipient of the 2005 Amnesty International Media Award. Susan met Mariatu in 2002 while writing a story on the impact of war for Maclean's Magazine. She subsequently recorded hours of Mariatu's story on tape in order to help the young woman write her memoir. To read more about Susan McClelland, visit her website at www.susanmcclelland.com.