January 2016

Sewing her way to her dream

Like many young Afghans, who grew up amidst a history of conflict, Hamasa, 20, years old aspired for a better future through education. She was keen on her studies, finishing...

Weaving out of poverty and into prosperity

Carpet weaving is a traditional vocation in Afghanistan, but for Jahangir, it means much more than that. It presented him a unique opportunity to ride on the skills he inherited...