Past eventThis took place on Thursday 16 July 2026.
See what’s on nextWho Took MY Wallet? Resilience, Money, and Starting Over in a New Land
Economist and author Gulnaz Abdukadir explores immigrant resilience through finance, storytelling and lived experience.

What was planned
Former World Bank economist, poet and author Dr. Gulnaz Abdukadir discusses her latest book, Who Took My Wallet?—Through the Maze to Financial Freedom in a New Land. Blending storytelling, poetry and financial insight, the book follows four immigrants navigating the challenges of building financial security in the United States. The conversation explores resilience, community and the often-overlooked emotional dimensions of starting over in a new country.
Good to know
- Language
- English
- Admission
- Free, registration required
Thursday 16 July 2026
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Eastern Time
- Price
- Free
- Where
- JF Books1509 Connecticut Ave. NW, Washington, D.C. 20036
- Host
- JF Books
Venue
JF Books
1509 Connecticut Ave. NW, Washington, D.C. 20036
