Nila Ibrahimi

Human rights activist

HerStory Afghanistan

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An activist for girls' education in Afghanistan and abroad, Nila Ibrahimi won the International Children's Peace Prize for her work giving Afghan girls a voice. She is the cofounder and president HerStory Afghanistan, an initiative dedicated to showcasing the incredible life stories of Afghan women and girls.

Nila Ibrahimi’s TED Talk

Nila Ibrahimi
The song that sparked a movement in Afghanistan
5 minutes 59 seconds
Afghan activist Nila Ibrahimi shares her experience using song to protest — and ultimately reverse — oppressive laws in Afghanistan just before the Taliban took back control of the country. In a brief Q&A with Head of TED Chris Anderson, Ibrahimi sends a powerful message about the strength of girls' voices, both in Afghanistan and around the world.
Posted Dec 2024

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Nila Ibrahimi

Why you should listen

Nila Ibrahimi’s TED Talk

More news and ideas from Nila Ibrahimi

Connectors: Notes on Session 11 of TED2024