Description: (Afghan Politician and Former Mayor of Maidan Shahr)
Zarifa Ghafari, a former mayor of Maidan Shahr, Afghanistan, is known for her unwavering commitment to promoting women's rights in the country. As one of the rare female mayors in Afghanistan and the youngest to hold such a position, Ghafari has been a leading voice in the fight for gender equality and empowerment. Despite surviving multiple assassination attempts, she remains a staunch advocate for women's rights. In 2020, Ghafari was recognized as an International Woman of Courage by the US Secretary of State.