Embroidering her way out of poverty

Embroidering her way out of poverty

March 16, 2015

Zainab returned to the country after the collapse of Taliban regime and microfinance helped her start  embroidery business and find her way out of poverty. Now, Zainab employes more than 50 Afghan women. Download Full Story

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