Came back re-energized from a road trip 2 Ningarhar dis evening. Despite the challenges,each trip to provinces reminds me that I am where I need 2 be & I am striving 2 do what I should be doing. Human rights work is essential 4 present & future of Af & has allies across d country
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@AfghanistanIHRC colleagues, civil society activists & governor@S_MIAKHEL on human rights situation in the province & the region. I was witness to some of the most lively debates I have seen between CSOs, & learned from the differing & diverse views.1 reply 0 retweets 12 likesShow this thread -
Civilian casulalities, restrictions on freedom of expression, women’s lack of access to jobs & opportunities & barriers to girls’ & women’s education in districts as well issues of poverty, drug abuse & mafia networks came up repeatedly in discussions.
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There was also talk of improvements in security, a growing cadre of women university students & teachers & outspoken women’s rights activists, some of whom we had the honor of meeting.
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As we drove back in the evening in the shadow of the majestic mountains, awed by their quiet confidence, I thought of the suffering of our people, but also that suffering does not have to be endless. It can & must end. We all deserve a better society & a brighter future.
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