When the position of Kunduz Province Manager was re-instituted by Women for Afghan Women, Shamila—then living in Kabul with her family—decided to apply for the post. Upon her hiring, her parents were understandably apprehensive, but one of her sisters encouraged her. Shamila decided that her love and commitment to Kunduz, her home province, was much stronger than any threat posed by militants. Shamila’s Inspiration is all about courage, heart, and giving!
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PO Box 670999
Flushing, NY 11367
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71-19 162nd St, Unit CF-D
Fresh Meadows, NY 11365
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Alexandria, VA 22312
Tel: +1 (703) 658-5209
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