§In memoriam

Mid-journey.

They set out for a country ruled by justice and never arrived. This collection keeps the memory of Afghan defenders, journalists, and activists whose journey was cut short — and whose work continues in the movement they left behind.

§ 01Why this collection

A record of courage, kept against forgetting.

In recent years, Afghanistan has witnessed the presence of individuals who have courageously and tirelessly fought for human rights, freedom, and justice in this land through various means. These individuals, with faith in fundamental values such as justice, equality, and freedom, have stood against oppressive regimes and their injustices, striving to achieve humanistic ideals for their society.

On this path, many of them risked their lives to reach greater goals related to improving Afghanistan's situation. With courage and a belief in principles such as human rights, democracy, and freedom of thought, they continued to serve their community and people. Unfortunately, many of them became victims of erroneous beliefs and barbarism.

By presenting the collection "Mid-journey," we aim to keep alive the memory of these heroes. This collection, which includes a brief look at the lives and activities of these individuals, attests to the fact that the values of human rights, justice, and enlightenment have been the desire and goal of people in various levels of society over the years. Sadly, countless valuable lives were lost halfway to achieving these goals, never tasting the sweet fulfillment of their objectives.

§ 03Remembrance

Know someone who should be remembered here?

Mid-journey is an open, continuing record. If a colleague, family member, or friend was killed for their human rights work, journalism, or civic activism in Afghanistan, the secretariat can review their story for inclusion in the collection.

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