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Community, Craft and Courage: Afghan-Australian Designer and Advocate, Anjilla Seddeqi on the Power of Representation

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Refugee Week’s theme, “Finding Freedom - Diversity in Community,” feels tailor-made for Afghan-Australian designer and advocate Anjilla Seddeqi, a woman whose story weaves together strength, dignity and creativity in every thread. Anjilla is a lawyer-turned-fashion designer whose journey from refugee child to acclaimed advocate is deeply rooted in her Afghan heritage and a lifelong sense … Continue reading Community, Craft and Courage: Afghan-Australian Designer and Advocate, Anjilla Seddeqi on the Power of Representation

International Day of the Girl Child: Spotlighting Gender Apartheid in Afghanistan

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Photo by Gayatri Malhotra via Unsplash International Day of the Girl Child, observed annually on 11th October, is a global celebration of the rights of girls, advocating for gender equality and empowerment. This day brings attention to the unique challenges faced by girls worldwide, particularly in education, healthcare, and protection from violence. It serves as … Continue reading International Day of the Girl Child: Spotlighting Gender Apartheid in Afghanistan

Unyielding: The Strength of Afghan Women

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Photograph by Nk Ni, via Unsplash Since the Taliban recaptured control of Afghanistan in 2021, the quality of life in the country has deteriorated at an alarming pace, specifically for women and girls who make up 70% of those internally displaced (UNHCR, 2024). The Taliban’s interpretation of Sharia law has reversed decades of progress, barring … Continue reading Unyielding: The Strength of Afghan Women

Defying Displacements: The Refugee Paralympic Team 2024

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This week, 4,400 athletes have arrived in Paris for the city’s inaugural Paralympic Games. Competing across 22 sports, these Paralympians will push the boundaries of athleticism, with resilience being a prerequisite of their inspiring feats. Among them, a group that has overcome not only physical disabilities but also the immense challenge of displacement: the 2024 … Continue reading Defying Displacements: The Refugee Paralympic Team 2024