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Nirvana Shahriar's avatar

Slaying tigers and writing in your own blood… this is everything I needed. Incredible

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badass women in history's avatar

HECK YEAH! these are some BADASS WOMEN!

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Debbie Liu's avatar

Extraordinary. thank you.

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Annette Vaucanson Kelly's avatar

This is extraordinary! Thank you for bringing these women out from the shadows in such fierce writing 🔥

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Arman Latifi's avatar

It is unfortunate that these women are hidden by history and aren't talked about even though they have done so much.

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noor's avatar

I love this piece!! Thanks for sharing these women :)

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Sara's avatar

I love this so much!!!

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Rukaiya Siamwala's avatar

Wow, this post is extremely inspiring and so are these wonderful Afghani women. I hope to read more of your work. Loved the fire in your writing. Also, truly in love with Rabia Balkhi.

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kavyum's avatar

This is amazing!! I love the energy of this post! 💖

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Marhaba Ali's avatar

After reading this, my hope was renewed once again. Beautifully written—well done, Shabnam jan! ❤️

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Jonathan Crain's avatar

Wow! This piece blew me away. That first paragraph set such a powerful tone. Well done.

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Shabnam Nasimi's avatar

Thank you so much!

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Joanna Milne 🏺's avatar

What an incredible piece - I hope you get loads of views for this

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Rajani Radhakrishnan's avatar

Wonderfully put together!

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Malak Al-Kasadi's avatar

I really enjoyed reading this! Thanks very much✨

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Ayesha Noor's avatar

Thank you so much for writing this.

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Sea Nymph's avatar

I so enjoyed reading about these women - it sounds like Afghanistan has had a history of notable women who are formidable warriors and visionaries, going against all odds. They are true heroes, with unmatched courage. I am glad they are being brought back into the public eye - their stories must be heard!

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