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Food Distribution in the City of Kabul

As part of the program initiated by Women Empowerment & Leadership(WEL) and its founder rita Anwari to help the needy households in Afghanistan, the week was started by distributing firewood bread to a mosque and 25 different households to keep the women and children warm during the breathtakingly cold weather in Kabul. Due to privacy issues, we cannot share all the pictures of the families, but a few of them are shared under this post. The circumstances in Afghanistan require support more than ever. Therefore, Mrs. Anwari once again calls upon all the stakeholders in Afghanistan, International Community and Private Sector, in Particular, to continue their humanitarian support to the vulnerable people of Afghanistan. Stay tuned for more details about the program in the coming days. Disclaimer: This program is part of the personal support program of the Sultani Family and we also appreciate the generous support from Mr Asadullah Saadat young generous man his WEL ambassador as well Sayed Nazim Khelwaty.

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Lunch in the park with the new arrivals!

Every woman, mother and child deserves to be happy. Women Empowerment and Leadership’s team share’s a plate with newly arrived Afghan sisters to welcome 2022 with joy and happiness. We fully understand every one of them left their loved ones back at home in Afghanistan. We understand that their mental state is not in the best situation therefore picnics like this are the best cure to ones mental health. Every single one of these sisters have tears in their eyes when they talk about their family back home. Although we know they are unhappy, WEL team tries their best to bring a smile to their lips for a few minutes by taking them out, getting together and sharing a plate. It is important to listen and allow them to speak up about their experiences and feelings

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Women Empowerment & Leadership against Domestic Violence!

Message from WEL Director Rita Anwari & Ambassador of domestic violence Christina Terita. Our hearts are heavy with lots of another beautiful young mother leaving and a chid without the love and affection of his mother.  As a result of disrespect, abusive, violent act of domestic violence by her partner. WEL understands that domestic violence is a sensitive issue and many women who are being victims are a shame of talking about or they are not very certain any more about the correct treatment and respect they deserve as disrespect and aggression is often displayed towards them every day by intimate person in their lives. Rita and I want you to become more aware that domestic violence is a circle of disrespectful and abusive behavior that start to become violent. It’s also important to know that continuing abusive behavior impact the view of children and young people on how to it’s the right way to treat their mother and other females around them. It’s important to identify and reach out for assistance calling services or discuss that with appropriate people such as your GP and counsellors’ helplines. WEL works to provide you with best guidance and the utmost discretion through our support groups deliver by professional in collaboration with other services provides such white ribbon. WEL Team stands by you to put an end to domestic.

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Afghan Children and their first ever Christmas!

Women Empowerment & Leadership once again brought a smile to the faces of innocent Afghans faces. The newly arrived Afghan families and children were able to experience their first Christmas through a group of organisations putting together gifts. This brings such huge joy to see children being peaceful and happy rather than the environment they were in. Huge thanks to Alexis Kallio and some school kids for helping to welcome these children in such a beautiful environment. This could not have been done without your help and contribution to this great cause! we are so grateful to have such great support within our community.

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Afghan Women on the Road to Making History!

Australia, Women Empowerment and Leadership (WEL) association had the pleasure of successfully convening the “Women Rights are Human Rights: Raising the Voices of Women and Girls from Afghanistan” event on December 14, 2021. In this event, the efforts of Afghan girls and women were acknowledged, and their voices were raised. MC by a very talented and kind heart  Leila Loei – Ms Austraila World Ambassador to speak up on behalf of Afghan women. The host, guest speakers, and participants reiterated that women’s rights are human rights during the event. This fact will necessitate ensuring that the voice of women is heard and attended to attain human rights for all. While welcoming the Afghan Women who recently arrived in Australia, Dr. Rita Anwari Sultani, founder and president of the WEL, highlighted the challenges these women faced in Afghanistan, particularly their rights as women and their values as human beings. Dr. Anwari also pointed out the opportunities awaiting them while being in Australia. She assured the women left in Afghanistan that they are not alone. People are working on their behalf to ensure their rights are preserved. Mr. Scott McDougal, Commissioner of Queensland Human Rights Commission, conveyed his message of welcome to the newly arrived Afghan women and children in Australia. He also focused on the measures to protect the newly arrived Afghans from violation of human rights, discrimination, domestic violence, and social disrespect. It is vital for the Afghan women and families who arrived in Australia to understand their rights and respect others’ rights. Shannon Fentiman MP for Waterford Attorney General and Minister for Justice, Women Rights and Prevention of Domestic and Family Violence, who attended the event online, acknowledged the organizers of the event and the guest speakers. She reminded the audience about acknowledging fundamental rights that all human beings have. She pointed out the proportion impact of COVID19 on women, putting them at risk of experiencing domestic violence – a shadow pandemic for women. She emphasized that it is crucial to raise awareness and start a conversation on how to play the role of improving women’s rights. She admired the role WEL has played in enhancing these roles in Australia. Ms. Christine Castley, Chief Executive Officer at Multicultural Australia, conveyed her message of improving women’s rights as human rights by putting “Make Equality as your Priority.” She concluded by focusing on women’s access to education, right to vote, equal wage, housing and health services, and access to a life free from violence and discrimination. Senator Paul Scarr, Liberal National Senator for Queensland, expressed his warm gratitude for the organizers and participants of the event. He acknowledged the members of the Afghan Community in Queensland for their efforts in making a safe and successful community in Australia. He briefly highlighted the difficulties in securing safety for the Afghan people who were at risk during the collapse of Afghanistan and the challenges they faced on their way while coming to Australia. He reminded the participants of the tireless efforts Dr. Rita Anwari has put in helping him get the applications forward, secure visas, and ensure the vulnerable Afghans are successfully evacuated to Australia. He reiterated the values Australia respects in protecting vulnerable human beings. He highlighted that it is not only the people who found refuge in Australia. Australia also found you as people who can potentially contribute to building a decent society while being here. He recognized Dr. Rita Anwari’s efforts in building a prosperous society in Australia in the past years. He recalled when he first met Dr. Anwari while establishing the Australian Afghan Chamber of Commerce, working hard to create a bond between Australia and Afghanistan. He briefly explained the journey Dr. Anwari has taken in building her reputation over the past few years. Precisely in the past few months for securing safety for the vulnerable Afghan groups who suffered losses and threats while being in Afghanistan. Following his remarks, Senator Paul Scarr takes the honor of presenting the Australian Flag, which is flown in Australian Parliament as a Token of Honor, to Dr. Anwari for her remarkable efforts in helping the Australian government and Parliament in building a safer and successful society. He thanked Dr Anwari on behalf of the Australian government and the Afghan people who recently arrived in Australia due to her efforts. Following the keynotes provided by the guest speakers, the WEL association presented the Bravery Award to Ms.Roya Dadras, Spokesperson of Afghanistan’s Ministry of Women Affairs, for her efforts to enhance the rights of Afghan Women in her previous role in Afghanistan. During her five years, Ms. Dadras has contributed tirelessly to modernize women’s rights according to Islamic Law, ensuring women and children rights and psychology culture, developing plans and policies for the Ministry of Women Affairs, and defending women’s rights in different platforms. Ms. Dadras expressed her gratitude to the government of Australia, Parliament of Australia, Women Empowerment and Leadership Association, Griffith University, and Multicultural Australia for enhancing women’s rights as the rights of humans. Ms. Dadras represented the Afghan women who contributed to the development of their country besides their male counterparts during two decades, but who saw their country collapse in a few months, and all their sacrifices were wasted. She recalled her vision for making Afghanistan as successful for the Afghan women to have all the opportunities in Australia. Still, at the end of the day, that vision was not achieved because of the collapse of Afghanistan. She called upon the international community to hear the needs of the women in Afghanistan, the challenges they face, and ensure safety for them, as their support is needed more than ever. At the end of the event, Certificates of Appreciation were distributed to all the team members in WEL and Senator Paul Scarr’s office to recognize their tireless efforts for securing visas and evacuation of vulnerable Afghan groups for the past few months.

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Women Empowerment & Leadership is here to empower the next generation!

Women Empowerment & Leadership is focusing on saving children and allowing them to experience a better future. We were able to help these lovely little girls with their families out of Afghanistan and help them to come to Australia, the Land of opportunity. It is imperative that we help women and children be able to receive adequate education and to have a fulfilling lifestyle. We need to provide these in order for them to live a proper life. This is one of our missions, to empower and to support!

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Women Empowerment & Leadership working towards helping families.

Women Empowerment & Leadership is happy to announce that another family has been able to leave Afghanistan and move to Australia. Our director and founder of Women Empowerment & Leadership, Rita Anwari has worked really hard on this family’s case as there was many ups and downs in trying to get them to flee the country. She faced many hardships but still aside form all of that she did not give up! Her efforts were shown through these families as they were in the plane coming towards Australia. It truly shows that hard work always pays off. Women Empowerment & Leadership will continue to work towards helping families and volunteering for those in need. We find so much happiness from seeing all these families being moved to a safe and sound place.

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Another Success of Women Empowerment & Leadership Team!

As per the vision of women Empowerment & Leadership, we are trying to help those who need our assistance in this tough time in order to empower and support those in need. From 15th of August 2021, we as a team have helped so many Afghan Refugees to settle peacefully in the land of opportunities. Our Founder and Director of Women Empowerment & Leadership, Rita Anwari, has been working tirelessly day and night to help all the families who need support. She has helped those who have had visas for Australia but were stuck in Kabul. It brings us so much joy to see these beautiful pictures of these innocent children who landed from a direct flight from Islamabad to Australia. This gives us so much happiness and support to keep working towards helping more families to continue our humanitarian journey. Our other mission is to also help the newly arrived Afghans to settle in Australia through our volunteer settlement programme. We continue to work towards helping the families who are at high risk in Afghanistan. Stay tuned for more to come!

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Women Empowerment & Leadership’s program on preventing family domestic violence.

Women and girls need to be taught and made aware of the issues around domestic violence. Further knowledge is needed in order for an individual to understand the repercussion and issues of domestic violence. Due to the lack of conversation around the topic of domestic violence, many have drifted away from understanding the concept and being aware.   What is domestic violence? It is a pattern of coercive control exercise by one person towards other. It occurs between people in intimate relationship more likely to occur between partners. It’s a choice that an individual makes to manipulate and display of power over someone. Signs of recognising domestic violence abuse: Physical abuse Emotional abuse Psychological Sexual abuse Economic and harassment How can we help? Support can be found through support groups and through Women Empowerment & Leadership professional group. Women need to talk to someone about issues they face in order to gain advice or help. Our Ambassador of prevention of domestic violence, Chrisitna Terita, is part of our women Empowerment & Leadership team as she helps raise awareness and educate women and ladies upon the topic of domestic violence.

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