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International Women’s Day 2017

International Women’s Day 2017

by AWWP | March 7, 2017 | AWWP News, International Women's Day

The work presented here represents just a few of the essays and poems written by AWWP writers in honor of International Women’s Day over the last several years. Please join our writers in celebrating IWD on Wednesday, March 8, 2017.

My Dear Mahram (part 3)

My Dear Mahram (part 3)

by AWWP | March 7, 2016 | International Women's Day, Latest Essays, Pari

I am not writing this letter to remind you what you did. I have a big heart, and I have forgiven you already. But I want to tell you that I have decided I will not sign the slavery contract again.

Afghan Women Can Break Gender Stereotypes

Afghan Women Can Break Gender Stereotypes

by AWWP | March 7, 2016 | International Women's Day, Latest Essays, Shogofa Az.

Most men in Afghanistan think a woman’s mind cannot understand computers.

It’s Been a Difficult Year for Women in Afghanistan

It’s Been a Difficult Year for Women in Afghanistan

by AWWP | March 7, 2016 | International Women's Day, Latest Essays, Zahra W.

I closed my eyes and tried to imagine good days for Afghan women. I couldn’t think of anything.

What’s Behind the Intractable Gender Gap in Afghanistan

What’s Behind the Intractable Gender Gap in Afghanistan

by AWWP | March 5, 2016 | International Women's Day, Latest Essays, Negina

President Ghani says he supports women and wants to provide equal opportunity for girls to continue their studies in rural areas, but this year not one girl from Paktia province was permitted to take the university entrance exam.

I Want to Break the Gender Stereotypes in Afghanistan

I Want to Break the Gender Stereotypes in Afghanistan

by AWWP | March 3, 2016 | International Women's Day, Latest Essays, Sveto

Maya Angelou once said, “I am a feminist. I’ve been female for a long time now. I’d be stupid not to be on my own side.’’ She is absolutely right.

My Dear Mahram (part 1)

My Dear Mahram (part 1)

by AWWP | March 3, 2016 | International Women's Day, Latest Essays, Pari

Editor’s note: Mahram is the word used for a man who guards a woman from the world outside her home.

My Dear Mahram (part 2)

My Dear Mahram (part 2)

by AWWP | March 3, 2016 | International Women's Day, Latest Essays, Pari

I feel sorry for you when I remember all your struggles, all your efforts, and all your thoughts that were for me and only for me. I remember how embarrassed you were when you discovered that I had heard the voice of another Man.

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