By Mustafa Ansari | Operations and Finance Manager
Dear Friends, Family, and Supporters,
In this edition of our newsletter, we have some truly exciting updates and news to share with you.
Program Updates:
We are thrilled to share that a group of 20 remarkable Afghan girls have completed our six-month women's empowerment program with flying colors!
"My goal is to acquire extensive knowledge and turn my dreams and aspirations into reality, which includes living a safe life with my family, far from the ravages of war and poverty. To me, freedom means the ability to live without fear, violence, or stress, and for women, it means being able to share their thoughts without fear of being misunderstood or ignored. I aspire to be a girl who can make decisions for herself and be recognized as a rare gem and a source of pride for her family, society, and country."
Afghan women are still fighting and struggling to find their place in society:
It has been 528 days since girls were banned from education and 68 days since women were prohibited from employment, which has had a profound impact not only on their lives but also on the economy of the country. Many families in Afghanistan struggle to make ends meet due to a lack of job opportunities, and the situation has also taken a toll on the mental health of female teachers who lost their jobs. Our goal with this workshop was to build the participants' confidence, instill hope, and empower them to stand up for themselves and become leaders in their communities. Our trainers did an exceptional job delivering the program, including computer classes, and working closely with the students and their families.
How do we make this possible?
What makes our work successful is our partnership with grassroots organizations on the ground, which allows us to support their ideas and provide opportunities for them to empower themselves and their communities. We believe that education, particularly for women and youth, is the key to bringing about fundamental change in a country. None of this would be possible without our dedicated team on the ground, who are highly motivated to effect change and educate women in their communities."
Women's Empowerment Program:
A famous Persian quote says, "A river is made drop by drop." Today, we are proud to have graduated twenty young girls (grades 7-12) from our Women Empowerment Program. They have received their certificates, marking a significant achievement, especially given the current government's restrictions on women's education. These Afghan women were previously banned from attending school or any other educational institution. However, through working with our partner in Mazar-e-sharif, we were able to make a difference in their lives by creating a safe learning space and educating them.
This six-month Women's Empowerment Workshop was a life-changing experience for the participants. They gained valuable knowledge about women's rights and leadership, as well as women's health topics such as reproductive health, menstruation, and hygiene. Additionally, they improved their English language skills and skills in technology and computer literacy, which will enable them to pursue job opportunities or participate in online classes in the future. We are preparing to start the second round of the program soon.
By Meetra Alokozay | Executive Director
By Meetra Alokozay | Executive Director, Sahar Education
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