Author: Malalai Joya

Malalai Joya was the youngest woman elected to the Afghan Parliament in 2005. She completed a cross-Canada book tour (in 2009) in support of her political memoir, written with Vancouver writer and activist Derrick O'Keefe, A Woman Among Warlords: The Extraordinary Story of an Afghan Who Dared to Raise Her Voice.

Afghanistan: Our Struggle for Freedom Continues

The only way to save Afghanistan is solidarity of the progressive, democratic and secular forces. Keep reading »

International Relations, War/Peace • October 13, 2021 • Malalai Joya
Canada Must Withdraw Troops From Afghanistan Immediately

I have just completed a two-week speaking tour across Canada, bringing a message to the great people of this country: The people of Afghanistan are fed up with the occupation … Keep reading »

War/Peace • December 3, 2009 • Malalai Joya
MP for Farah Province Condemns NATO Bombings

Malalai Joya, an elected member of the Wolesi Jirga (Afghan National Assembly), is well known for her criticism of the international occupation of Afghanistan and the warlords who are kept … Keep reading »

War/Peace • May 18, 2009 • Malalai Joya