An Inspiring Hero: Ilham Prevents Polio and Other Diseases Through Hygiene
Paktika, Afghanistan – On a sunny afternoon, Jamaluddin Ilham gathers dozens of villagers in a remote area of Sharan city,…
Aziz Gul: A Shield for Children Against the Poliovirus
Herat, Afghanistan – In a remote village in the Injil district of Herat province, a mother named Aziz Gul, wearing…
Voice of the Disabled: “Vaccinate Your Children So They Don’t Suffer Like Us”
Balkh, Afghanistan – Disabled residents of Balkh, who suffer from both their disabilities and society’s harsh treatment, are urging parents…
The Tireless Struggle of Brave Volunteers on the Frontline Against Polio
Kandahar, Afghanistan – On a warm morning as the sun begins to rise, Abdul Rahman, a dedicated vaccinator, stands with…
Uranus: A Voice for Vaccine Awareness and Advocacy in Badakhshan
Badakhshan, Afghanistan – Uranus Husaini, a 24-year-old journalist from Badakhshan province, has become an influential figure in raising public awareness…
The Difficult Life of Tahzibullah and the Dire Consequences of Not Receiving Vaccination
Paktika, Afghanistan – In a classroom in Sharan, the capital of Paktika province, students listen attentively to their teacher. Among…
The Decline of Negative Perceptions About Polio Vaccines: The Story of Noria and Gul Ahmad
Herat, Afghanistan – Noria, a 30-year-old mother, sits with her two daughters on her lap, laughing together. Her laughter reflects…
Community Leaders Strive to Boost Public Confidence in Polio Vaccination
Kabul, Afghanistan – In the bustling streets of Kabul’s Pul-e-Charkhi area, a quiet but intense battle against polio continues. In…
A Disabled Father’s Painful Life Due to Polio
Kandahar, Afghanistan – Toryalai, a 40-year-old resident of the Zhere district in Kandahar province, is currently a watchman in a…
Polio: Sara’s Different Life and Her Message for the Future
Badakhshan, Afghanistan – Nineteen-year-old Sara Sadat from Yaftal Payeen district of Badakhshan province contracted polio at the age of one—before…