Roya Rahmani is the first female ambassador of Afghanistan to the United States of America. We chatted with her about her childhood prior to Taliban rule, her optimism for Afghanistan's peaceful future, and how she is grateful to the United States for their engagement. 

• Read stories from remarkable Afghan women in We Are Afghan Women: Voices of Hope
• The Bush Institute WE Lead program equips women from the Middle East, North Africa, and Afghanistan with the skills to become more effective leaders.
• The Bush Institute Women's Initiative promotes education, healthcare, and economic opportunity for women around the world