When the Taliban seized power, Mahjabin Khanzada’s life changed overnight. As a translator for the U.S. embassy, she narrowly escaped, but her parents were left behind. Since 2021, she has

When the Taliban seized power, Mahjabin Khanzada’s life changed overnight. As a translator for the U.S. embassy, she narrowly escaped, but her parents were left behind. Since 2021, she has endured profound hardship, yet she has emerged as a fierce advocate for Afghan women’s rights and a dedicated force within Project Anar, helping refugees rebuild their lives. Now, as crucial funding for refugee programs faces devastating cuts, her work is more urgent than ever. She shares her story as a reminder that Afghan women and refugees are still fighting for their futures—and the world cannot look away.