In this episode, we speak with Manizha Bakhtari, an Afghan diplomat and former Ambassador of Afghanistan to Austria.

Drawing on her extensive experience in diplomacy, cultural engagement, and human rights advocacy, Bakhtari reflects on the responsibilities and challenges of representing Afghanistan during periods of profound political change. 

The conversation examines the role of women in Afghan politics and society, their participation in both formal institutions and informal structures of influence, and the barriers they continue to face in accessing political power and decision-making.

Bakhtari also discusses the relationship between diplomacy, culture, and human rights, offering insights into how Afghan women have continued to lead, advocate, and shape public life despite political instability and growing restrictions.