Why I Love Women for Afghan Women Part V

Women for Afghan Women is a grassroots, women’s human rights organization with 10 years experience in Afghanistan. The life of the organization and the commitment of the staff and board members (like me) are wrapped up in the women and girls we help. Every other Monday we have been posting the stories of women in WAW's shelters in Afghanistan. This is our final installment. Here is Marzia's story.

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Why I Love Women for Afghan Women Part IV

Women for Afghan Women is a grassroots, women’s human rights organization with 10 years experience in Afghanistan. The life of the organization and the commitment of the staff and board members (like me) are wrapped up in the women and girls we help. Every other Monday we will post the stories of women in WAW's shelters in Afghanistan. Here is Gulsum's story.

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My Calling All Crows Experience

For the past year and a half, I have had the privilege of being an intern for Calling All Crows. I had been a fan of State Radio and Dispatch for many years when the organization was founded in December 2008, and upon its inception, I hoped to get involved as frequently as possible. I had always found Chad’s lyrics and activism incredibly inspiring, and I was excited to see he and Sybil put all of that positive energy into an organization that connects music, humanitarianism, and volunteerism.

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Why I Love Women for Afghan Women Part III

Every other Monday we will post the stories of women in WAW's shelters in Afghanistan. Here is Sita's story.

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Ann Tisch: Turning Around Girls' Education in Harlem

Profile of Ann Tisch, a woman who started a girls' school (with 100% graduation rate!)in Harlem.

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