A better world is possible for women and girls, but it will only come to fruition with an army of dedicated individuals.

Listen to Layli Miller-Muro’s speech at the 18th Annual Tahirih Gala, “Saving Lives, Celebrating Courage.”

Nazira rose to prominence as a journalist in Afghanistan. By the early 90s, she had become a widely recognized and respected reporter, known for her advocacy and intrepid spirit. It was this same spirit that the Taliban sought to crush.

Nazira Karimi decried the Taliban’s gender-apartheid politics and brutality against Afghan women and girls, and she was admired by the public for her advocacy. The Taliban were desperate to silence her courageous voice.

Honoring Our Heartbeats: A Tour to End Forced Marriage in the U.S. culminated in Washington, DC after seven months of catalyzing conversations about the hidden, yet serious problem of forced marriage in the United States.

Tahirih Justice Center will honor two retired congressmen who have been critical advocates for courageous immigrant women and girls fleeing human rights abuses at its 18th Annual Gala

Two leading law firms in Greater DC and Baltimore will be honored for their exceptional commitment to immigrant women and girls fleeing violence.