Omar Mohamed

Omar Mohamed is a Somali-American author and humanitarian born in Somalia. He spent over a decade in Kenya's Kakuma refugee camp before resettling in the United States. His memoir *When Stars Are Scattered* (2020), co-written with Victoria Jamieson, is a powerful graphic novel that chronicles his childhood in the refugee camp while caring for his younger brother Hassan, who has an intellectual disability. The book authentically portrays refugee experiences, resilience, and the bonds of family. It received widespread acclaim, earning a Newbery Honor, Walter Dean Myers Award, and multiple starred reviews. Mohamed continues to advocate for refugees and education access while sharing his story with readers worldwide.