Afghan Girls Story Submission Form 🌟
FIA is writing a book called Voices Across Borders: Stories of Afghan Girls and the Promise of Education. The book will share the stories of Afghan girls who have continued their education despite the ban on girls' schooling. We want the world to hear directly from you: what school meant to you, what happened when it was taken away, how you started learning again, and what you dream of for your future.You can share your story in whatever way feels most comfortable, such as answering a few questions, writing a letter to your future self, or telling us what you want the world to know. Your safety is our first priority. You can choose to use a different name, and we will not share anything that could identify you or your family. Sharing is completely your choice, and you can change your mind at any time.
About You
Name or Preferred Name (Anonymous If Want)
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Age
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Province / City / Village
How are you connected to FIA?
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Your Background and Journey (optional)
Where did you grow up, and what was life like there?
When did education become important to you, and was there a moment or person that inspired you?
Challenges and Struggles (optional)
Only share what you feel comfortable sharing.
Obstacles in accessing education
A moment you almost gave up, what happened, and what kept you going
How things changed after August 2021
What Education Means to You (optional)
Why does education matter to you personally?
Who supported you along the way?
What does FIA mean to you, and how has it shaped your path?
Your Dreams and Your Message
Dreams and Future Goals
What You Want the World to Know About Afghan Girls and Education
What You Would Say to a Younger Girl Facing the Same Challenges
YOUR STORY
Focus on moments, encounters, and experiences that shaped your journey. Tell a story that no one else could tell. Your story can be about friendship, service, freedom, discrimination, injustice, activism, belonging, family, courage, resilience, citizenship, academics, spirituality, discovery, inclusion, self-discovery, growth, etc. Describe how you changed: Wrap-up the essay by sharing what you learned from the experience, how it has changed your beliefs, perspectives, or identity, or what the story means to you now as you look back on the events and how it has shaped you. Be personal: Tell a story from your own life, not an opinion piece or commentary about an issue. Tell your challenges and lessons. Write using words and phrases that are natural for you. What do you want the world to know about you. Relation and connection to FIA and its impact on your life.
Given your answers above, write your story.
This will be included in the book (we can edit together if you'd like going forward as well)
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Would you like to include a photograph?
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How would you like your name to appear?
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