Success stories
A Woman’s Hands, A Family’s Future: Farzana’s Story
For the past seven years, Farzana Nouri has been running her tailoring business with passion and determination.
Before receiving su...
Najla’s Workshop of Dignity and Change
Najla Kakar, a mother of two, spent over three years in Iran after leaving Afghanistan in search of safety and stability. Life as a ref...
Razia Story
Razia is a 21-year-old girl living in Gorazan village, Injil district of Herat province. She graduated from grade twelve and lives in a...
Story of Laila Mohammadi
Laila Mohammadi, a 25-year-old artisan from Herat, Afghanistan, has been passionate about traditional Afghan handicrafts since her teen...
Stitching a Future with Strength and Skill in Injil District
WASSA Media & Communications / May, 2025
In the quiet village of Gorazan in Injil District, 22-year-old Pariwahsh lives with her...
Empowering Women, Embracing Digital Transformation in Herat, Afghanistan
Gita Sarwari, a 37-year-old entrepreneur from Herat, Afghanistan, has been working in the tailoring profession for over 14 years. Her p...
Crafting a New Future: Zahra’s Digital Leap Through WEE/WASSA/UN-Women
Zahra, a 40-year-old woman from a family of six, has spent more than 30 years mastering the art of carpet handcrafting. For decades, Z...
Hanifa’s Journey: From Struggle to Strength in Gorazan Village
At just 23 years old, Hanifa, a bright and determined young woman from Gorazan village in Herat, Afghanistan, has become a beacon of ho...
Gul Afrooz – A Champion for Her Community
Gul Afrooz, a 49-year-old community health worker (CHW), has dedicated her life to serving her neighborhood in Afghanistan. For over 17...
Fatima’s Journey of Empowerment and Hope
29-year-old Fatima is a mother and the sole provider for her family. Despite facing harsh winters and limited resources, she dreamed of...