Student Updates
Their Stories, Their Futures
Students who left Afghanistan are now studying in the United States, Malaysia and beyond. These are their own accounts, in their own words.
In Their Own Words
Behind Every Number Is a Student
Each story below was written by the student it belongs to. Some run to several pages; some began as a poster made for an event in Washington. Read one, and the scale of what has been taken from a generation of Afghan girls stops being a statistic.
Eshwa Wants to Be a Pilot
I moved to the United States when I was 14 and just finished my freshman year of high school.
Humaira Will Study Political Science
I was in 10th grade when the Taliban took over and was no longer able to continue my studies in my home country.
Masuda Just Graduated
After the Taliban took over Afghanistan, women were banned from attending schools higher than sixth grade. I was in tenth grade at that time.
Nazira Is Studying Nursing
Leaving my home and family behind was a difficult step, but the kindness and support I received helped me continue pursuing my dreams.
Noorya Studies Biology
Safa Is Preparing for College
Education is very important to me because it gives me the chance to build the future I dream of.
Sahar Studies Biology
As an Afghan student, I am passionate about advocating for Afghan girls and using my voice to promote education, opportunity, and equality.
Tamana Opened a Boutique
From aspiring to become a doctor to dreaming of becoming an entrepreneur, I am determined to pursue my goals.
Zahra Destroyed Her Scout Uniform
I destroyed my scout uniform and any documents that connected me to scouting because I knew that being identified could have serious consequences.
Student Stories in Front of the Capitol
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