As women in the United States of America, we may take our freedoms for granted. In this country we have the ability to do things that women in other parts of the world don’t: marry whom we choose, own property, get an education, drive.
That’s why one article I recently read got my attention – in fact, it was the photo that caught my eye first: four Afghan women wearing head coverings and military uniforms.
The headline read: “Afghan officers are aiming high.”
These women are training to become their country’s first females piloting military helicopters.
“We’re going to open the door for ladies in Afghanistan,” said second Lt. Sourya Saleh. “It’s a big deal for us to open this door for the others. That these other ladies who have the dream and think they can do it, we want to show them.”
These women are fighting against the odds to pursue their dreams.
While Afghanistan remains a male-dominated culture, women there now go to school and work in offices. Having women pilots in the military will be a huge step not just for Afghanistan but for the entire Middle East.
With all of the negative news coming out of the Middle East, I’m excited to be able to share this story.
I wish these women the best of luck in their journey.
You can read the full story here
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