use comics to tackle social issues and empower women.
Nazar’s journey into cartooning wasn’t easy, as she faced societal pressure to conform to traditional gender roles. But she persisted, earning a Fulbright scholarship to study at the School of Visual Arts in New York City in the 1980s.
Now that Gogi has become a cultural icon, Nazar hopes to continue advocating for women’s equality through her art.
“People listen when you talk softly and carry a big pen,” she said.
