From Time Magazine – Bibi Aesha

I was so grateful to have the opportunity to share several days with Bibi Aesha who was featured on the cover of Time Magazine.

Bibi Aesha was born in Afghanistan, protected and raised by her grandmother in the mountains, and then given in marriage to a Taliban leader at twelve years old. She was brutally mutilated in punishment for attempting to escape, and took refuge at an American military base where she was given medical care. After arriving in the United States several months later, she underwent over 30 reconstructive surgeries on her face and nose by some of the finest doctors and surgeons in America. 

My time with Aesha was nothing short of inspiring. Her gentle spirit, wisdom, generosity, and perspective regarding the plight of women in Afghanistan and around the globe was eye opening and incredibly moving. 

We spent several days working together on an upcoming project (more info to come) and in that time we laughed, cried, cooked, shared stories, and left not only as collaborators, but friends. 

Now, more than ever, the voices of women across the world need to be heard. Aeasha’s story and contagious passion for speaking out for women globally has inspired me greatly. She will, no doubt, do the same for you. 

Give my dear friend a follow and stay tuned for what comes next!