Supporting Afghan Women and Girls on the Move

Amine, who came to Türkiye at the age of 16, explains the difficult times she went through and how she rebuilt her life.

Amine's success story draws attention with the support she receives through the Association for Social Development and Aid Mobilization(ASAM) and the determination she shows.

Amine was 16 years old when she came to Türkiye and married her cousin. She had a child from this marriage, and over time her marriage started to go bad. Her husband treated Amine badly and he didn't care about his children.  Amine, who met with the ASAM during this difficult period, said that her life experienced a turning point. Asam offered her an opportunity to train in an employment project.

She completed her vocational and language education thanks to ASAM and received psychological support. Amine had the opportunity to improve herself thanks to training and support. After completing her vocational training, Amine decided that her marriage could not continue. She filed for divorce with the legal support she received from ASAM.  Amine became even stronger by gaining economic freedom in this process.

Amine thinks that both she and her ex-husband are happier apart. "I take good care of him and have seen his development with my own eyes," said Amine. She also stated that her daughter socialized with experts in ASAM's playrooms.

Amine expressed her feelings with the following words ‘ I always say it, let me say it again. We grew up in Asam’s center with my daughter. I am more hopeful now, I will do my best for my daughter. I'm doing it. I would like to thank all ASAM employees who provided.'.

Amine's story shows what can be achieved with perseverance and determination even under difficult circumstances and her story continues to give hope and courage to women and girls.

Note: The real name of the beneficiary has been changed.