In this episode of Women for Women Podcast, we sit down with Farishta Hemmati, human rights advocate, media professional, and Executive Director of WORDS to explore a story of resilience, displacement, and unwavering commitment to justice.

Following the collapse of Afghanistan in 2021, Farishta was forced to leave her homeland and begin a new chapter in Canada. In this candid conversation, she reflects on the realities of exile, the challenges of rebuilding a life from scratch, and the emotional cost of leaving behind a country, a career, and a community.

Farishta shares how displacement transformed her identity, strengthened her advocacy, and deepened her determination to amplify the voices of Afghan women and journalists who continue to face oppression and silencing.

She speaks about the importance of international solidarity, the responsibility of global actors, and the urgent need to keep Afghanistan’s women at the center of the world’s attention.

From loss and uncertainty to hope and purpose, this episode is a testament to the courage of Afghan women who refuse to be erased.
Above all, Farishta delivers a powerful message to young Afghan women: even in the darkest moments, resilience, education, and hope remain acts of resistance.