Over 160 Afghan girls left their homes in Afghanistan and sought sanctuary in the United States after the withdrawal of US forces in August 2021. In response to this urgent situation, many universities opened their doors. Arizona State University generously offered to host 61 of these girls, all displaying a resolute determination to pursue education despite the constraints imposed by the Taliban regime.

Two remarkable individuals, Yalda and Latifa, set out on a challenging journey to turn their aspirations into reality. This documentary captures the formidable obstacles they encountered and overcame in their unwavering pursuit of their dreams.

What our screening reviewers said: "A first-person look at the evacuation of young women from Afghanistan in August 2021."

This film is a part of BLOCK B:

THE LAST HUG

I FEEL HIM ALWAYS

JASMINE FLOWERS

THE BORDERS NEVER DIE

THE SOFT-SKINNED

This film can be viewed:

Virtually (Virtual Admission) OR

In-person (March 9, 10:00 AM, Sarasota Art Museum, SHS Alumni Auditorium)