Our patriarchal society does not like to hear this voice, it's a voice that even Afghan politicians want to silence. But despite these problems, I and millions of other Afghan women have been successful through our tireless efforts to open a small glimpse of hope, for the future generations and for the children of Afghanistan.
Shukria Barakzai
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