'Mursal’s Voice for Change'

Welcome to 'Mursal’s Voice for Change'

"Mursal’s Voice for Change” is a monthly column that sheds light on the untold stories of Afghan women and their struggles, both inside the country and in exile. Written from the perspective of Mursal Qaisari, an Afghan student of International Relations and writer who has lived through war, displacement, and resilience, the column explores the challenges of women’s rights, the pain of exile, and the hopes for a more just and equal world. Through personal reflections and broader narratives, it connects the realities of Afghan women and Afghanistan as a whole to the wider struggles faced by people across the globe.

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About the Author:

Mursal Qaisari is an Afghan student of International Relations in Quaid i Azam Univeristy Islamabad Pakistan. She is also a writer, having lived through the hardships of conflict and exile, she writes about the condition of women in Afghanistan, the silenced voices of her homeland, broader Afghan issues, and the universal fight for women’s rights. Her work blends personal experience with collective stories, aiming to break the silence, amplify Afghan voices, and inspire hope for a different future.