In October, we wrote about an inspiring woman named Soraya Hossaini. She is a 25 year old woman in Daikundi…
Category: Poetry
Biking for Gender Equality in Afghanistan
A captivating and emotionally-gripping documentary, Afghan Cycles captures the journey of the Women’s National Cycling Team. The young Afghan women…
How strong is a woman?
I was raised to work, Run the house, And look after my brothers. When I should’ve been playing, exploring life….
An open letter to all my hamsheras
Written by Lea Parvanta This is for you: To the Afghan women and girls that take the risk to move…
Why I Voted in Afghanistan’s Parliamentary Elections
Earlier this week I voted for the first time. This experience changed my perspective on many things. My expectations for…
Happy International Day of the Girl!
This day is dedicated to celebrating the potential that every single girl has and renewing our fight for equal rights and…
Inspiring Women of Afghanistan: Soraya Hosaini
Written by Tahera Rezaee and translated by Rohina Sediqui Soraya Hosaini, 25, is a high school graduate who has become…
Inspiring Women of Afghanistan: Shaesta Waiz
Afghan-American pilot Shaesta Waiz is one of the many Afghan women that inspire me. Shaesta is the first female certified…
Her Own Hero, A Poem
Written by Meetra Alokozay She was falling apart, Pieces of her soul Shattering on the ground. More than ever, She…
Inspiring Women of Afghanistan: Malali Nazeeri
Written by Mina Rezaee Among the many Afghan women that inspire me is Malali Nazeeri. She was 29 years old…