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Voices
Why the #MeToo Movement Has Failed to Take off in Afghanistan
Movements like #MeToo must be more inclusive in 2018, because one hashtag does not fit all.
Alice Rowsome
1.17.18
News
Afghanistan's Warlords Cannot Silence Malalai Joya
Malalai Joya is an Afghan women's rights activist. As a result of her opposition to the Taliban and the US-sponsored regime in Afghanistan, Malalai has faced repeated attempts on her life. I talked with Malalai about the impending US withdrawal...
Peter Rugh
10.7.13
Drugs
Afghanistan's Poppy Bumper Crop
The price farmers stand to gain per kilo of opium poppy far exceeds 2008 and 2009’s prices, meaning that farmers will most likely plant poppy again this coming season.
Brian Anderson
11.20.12