Awaz-e-Dosti | Season 2 (Afghan Voices)

Awaz-e-Dosti | Season 2 is a magazine-style podcast that amplifies the voices of Afghan refugees living in Pakistan. Each week, the show provides updates on Afghan-related news, features a report on Afghan issues, covers topics related to health, and more. Hosted by two Afghan presenters, the podcast highlights the challenges faced by Afghan communities and their remarkable resilience while living in Pakistan. Every episode addresses various issues affecting these communities and explores their efforts to overcome adversity.

  1. 10/27/2025

    Awaz e Dosti Session 2 Episode 30

    In this episode of Awaz-e-Dosti on Power 99 FM, our hosts Mohammad Sharif Danish and Shabnam Muhagirzaad bring you two deeply moving stories of migration — stories that echo the strength, hope, and unbreakable spirit of Afghan migrants rebuilding their lives away from home. 🗣️ First Report:Our reporter Mozhda Nishati speaks with Ramziya Noori, a dedicated journalist who has devoted her life to media. After years of service with the National Radio and Television of Afghanistan, Ramziya continued her professional journey in Pakistan with TNN Television Network, where she worked for more than two years.In this heartfelt conversation, Ramziya reflects on her journey as a media professional living between two countries and cultures — sharing her challenges, resilience, and unwavering commitment to her craft. 🎧 Second Report:Our reporter Shabnam Muhagirzaad tells the story of Lina Aman, another Afghan migrant living in Pakistan. Lina opens up about her daily struggles, her pursuit of education, and her determination to move forward despite financial hardships and uncertainty. Her story is a testament to courage and perseverance in the face of displacement. 🌍 Reflection on Migration:Migration — a simple word that holds immense pain.For thousands of Afghans, it represents loss, longing, and the heavy price of survival. Years of war, insecurity, and restrictive regimes — especially under Taliban rule — have forced millions to leave their homes and dreams behind.Those who once studied and worked with hope now stand in long lines at borders, carrying only a few belongings — and hearts full of memories. 💔 The Reality of Leaving Home:No one chooses to become a migrant willingly. People leave only when staying becomes more dangerous than leaving.They seek safety, dignity, and freedom in foreign lands — while the scent and love of their homeland remain forever in their hearts. 🎧 Tune in to Awaz-e-Dosti — a voice of friendship, resilience, and hope.Don’t forget to subscribe, like, and share to support Afghan stories and voices that deserve to be heard.

    19 min
  2. 10/13/2025

    Awaz-e-Dosti Session 2 Episode 28

    In this episode of Awaz-e-Dosti, our hosts Shabnaam and Mohammad Sharif Danish bring you two inspiring reports. The first report features a heartfelt conversation with Muzdha Nashty and guest Shezer Samim, a young Afghan migrant in Pakistan whose journey reflects resilience and hope. Despite the many challenges Afghan girls face in accessing education, Shezer persevered and earned admission to the Dentistry program at Allama Iqbal University in Lahore. She shares her struggles, determination, and achievements, emphasizing the importance of educational opportunities for Afghan girls. Her story is not only one of personal success but also a powerful reminder that with courage and persistence, dreams can overcome barriers. The second report highlights the life of Nadia, an Afghan woman who has lived in Pakistan for 30 years. Her family fled war in Nangarhar province when she was just two years old, first settling in Peshawar and later moving to Islamabad. There, Nadia grew up, went to school, got married, and is now raising two children. While her husband works in a shop, Nadia supports the family through hand embroidery. Despite spending her entire life in Pakistan, Nadia still feels like a refugee—without a proper identity or national ID. Her children, who speak both Urdu and Afghan languages, have never been to Afghanistan and consider Pakistan their home. However, the Pakistani government’s recent decision to stop renewing refugee cards has left Nadia and her family anxious and uncertain about their future. She emphasizes the importance of preserving Afghan culture and hopes for a peaceful homeland, while appealing to the Pakistani government and international community for a humane and legal solution that recognizes refugees who have called Pakistan home for decades.

    23 min
  3. 10/06/2025

    Awaz e Dosti Session 2 Episode 27

    In this episode of Awaz-e-Dosti, co-hosts Shabnaam and Mohammad Danish bring you two powerful stories that reflect the struggles, hopes, and resilience of Afghan refugees. 🔹 First Report: Host Shabnaam speaks with Ms. Fatima Karimi, a courageous young woman from Afghanistan whose life has been shaped by war, insecurity, and the oppressive rule of the Taliban. Forced to leave her homeland in search of safety, Fatima found refuge in Iran—a journey filled with both hardship and hope. She shares her experiences of migration, including challenges with identity, education, work, and daily life in a new country. Despite these struggles, her story highlights resilience, support networks, and the strength that has helped her endure. 🔹 Second Report: Our reporter, Syed Raza, presents the story of Bahadur Falak, a highly educated Afghan refugee in Pakistan with a background in Law, Political Science, and International Relations. Once a political analyst, civil society activist, and government official in Afghanistan, Bahadur now faces the harsh realities of displacement. His journey has been marked by both professional struggles and profound personal loss — including the tragic death of his young son, Maulana Baha Falak, in March 2025. He speaks candidly about the barriers Afghan refugees encounter in Pakistan, from employment restrictions and legal uncertainties to healthcare challenges and emotional hardship. Through these voices, Awaz-e-Dosti sheds light on the bittersweet reality of migration — the pain of exile, the longing for home, and the enduring hope for a better future.

    31 min

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Awaz-e-Dosti | Season 2 is a magazine-style podcast that amplifies the voices of Afghan refugees living in Pakistan. Each week, the show provides updates on Afghan-related news, features a report on Afghan issues, covers topics related to health, and more. Hosted by two Afghan presenters, the podcast highlights the challenges faced by Afghan communities and their remarkable resilience while living in Pakistan. Every episode addresses various issues affecting these communities and explores their efforts to overcome adversity.

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