Darya (her artist name) is a young Afghan woman, mentioned in the final pages of my memoir, My University of the World: Adventures of an International Film and Media Maker. She contacted me in November 2021, after the Taliban had taken control again in her country. She’s an example of resilience in the face of difficult circumstances—something needed by all of us who cherish human rights and freedom today, given the recent political changes in the U.S. and trends in other countries. She uses her art for social change.
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Darya, a young Afghan artist, was inspired by UNICEF's Meena initiative. She fled the Taliban with help of UNICEF colleagues. Despite facing immense challenges, she continues to use her art to advocate for women's rights and social change, earning international recognition through exhibitions, commissions by UN agencies, and even recognition by the Pope. Her story exemplifies resilience and the power of art to transcend borders and inspire hope in the face of adversity.
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