A discussion with Afghan scholars and activists about women’s rights, feminism, and resistance in Afghanistan. Moderated by Halima Kazem-Stojanovic, Teaching Fellow for FMST 188 – Women and War. Presented by the Feminist Studies Department and supported by the Baskin Endowed Chair in Feminist Studies.

Panelists:

Lima Ahmad – PhD candidate in International Security and Human Security at Tufts University. Founder of Paywand Afghanan Association, which focuses on research regarding women’s issues.

Samira Ahmadi – Regional campaigner for Amnesty International South Asia Regional Office and Board Member of the Afghan Women’s Network.

Jamila Afghani – president of WILPF (Women’s International League for Peace & Freedom) Afghanistan Section, and Islamic scholar on women’s rights.