May 30, 2016 Here in Kabul, I read a recent BBC op-ed by Ahmed Rashid, urging a “diplomatic offensive” to build or repair relationships with the varied groups representing armed extremism in Afghanistan. Rashid hasContinue reading

The young faces and stories that have been affected by war are captured here by Dr. Hakim. The article follows the introduction.

Dr. Hakim shares the joys of working with the Afghan Peace Volunteers and bringing to fruition the Bamiyan Peace Park. Click here to read, note: the Bamiyan Peace Park photos and writing follows the introduction.  

“They are sick and tired of war, and want to abolish it. They represent the fragile, better sides of our human nature. They are the 99%.” Dr. Hakim. Click here to learn more on the distribution of duvetsContinue reading

Mehdi dreams of being a doctor. Dr. Hakim shares this young man’s dream with us. Click here for the story.

Dr. Hakim documented the Afghan Peace Volunteers participation for International Women’s Day. Please view the link http://ourjourneytosmile.com/blog/2016/03/genderless-bikes-in-afghanistan/

Below is the link to view a photo essay by Dr. Hakim which shows the Afghan Peace Volunteers participating in a permaculture workshop with Rosmary Morrow, a permaculture teacher from Australia. http://ourjourneytosmile.com/blog/2016/03/permaculture-being-vulnerable-with-one-another-and-with-the-earths-feelings/

Poyinda Mohammad, 9, weaves carpets. Hadi, 12, collects used metal to sell. Other children sell plastic bags or polish boots. An estimated 60,000 children face the chaotic traffic, air pollution and worries that come withContinue reading