This event is in the past.It took place on March 10, 2026 at John A. Paulson Center.
Educating Against Odds: Pashtana Durrani on Girls’ Education and Resistance in Afghanistan
University Village
Hear how one woman built an underground digital school network for Afghan girls under Taliban rule. Pashtana Durrani shares her journey from refugee to activist educator, connecting personal resistance with the fight for women's education in conflict zones.
Eye-opening lecture
Social justice
Free event
NYU speaker series
Tips
📖"Last to Eat, Last to Learn"
🎟️free but RSVP recommended
♿request accommodations 2 weeks ahead
Educating Against Odds: Pashtana Durrani on Girls’ Education and Resistance in Afghanistan
University Village
Hear how one woman built an underground digital school network for Afghan girls under Taliban rule. Pashtana Durrani shares her journey from refugee to activist educator, connecting personal resistance with the fight for women's education in conflict zones.
Eye-opening lecture
Social justice
Free event
NYU speaker series
Tips
📖"Last to Eat, Last to Learn"
🎟️free but RSVP recommended
♿request accommodations 2 weeks ahead
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