This interview features a courageous Afghan defense lawyer Mina, who shares her personal journey and professional struggles under Taliban rule. She speaks about her background and early legal career, the dramatic changes after women were banned from working, and the risks she faces in providing legal advice to women who are victims of violence. She also describes founding an online school for girls, the subjects it offers, and the challenges of operating it safely under constant threat. Beyond her legal and educational work, she writes to raise awareness about Afghan women’s realities, aiming to reach both local and international audiences. Despite danger and restrictions, she highlights moments of hope, her sources of resilience, and calls for stronger international support. Her message to women everywhere is one of solidarity, courage, and determination to continue the fight for equality.
A Voice from Afghanistan: An Interview with an Afghan Woman Lawyer
