Part 4 – Testimonies and Resistance

One of the most powerful moments of the conference came during the Testimony Panel, where Afghan women activists shared personal accounts of detention, protest, and resistance.

Speakers included Zarmina Paryani, protest leader and former political prisoner of the Taliban; Julia Parsi, human rights activist; and Dr. Zahra Haqparast, civil society advocate.

Their testimonies provided a powerful reminder of the risks faced by women activists and the human cost behind the ongoing struggle for rights and dignity.

The conference also featured the screening of three documentaries highlighting the work of Afghan women activists and the broader realities of gender discrimination in Afghanistan.

The event concluded with a clear message echoed by many participants:
The struggle for Afghan women’s rights is not only a national issue but a global responsibility.