Gala 2017 1 Opening Prayer, Welcome Note, & Client Testimonial

This video is of the first 20 minutes of WAW's Gala 2017, celebrating Afghan Women Rising. The opening prayer by Meena Nazamy was followed by a welcome note from WAW Executive Director, Manizha Naderi, and Gala Co-Chair and Board Member, Monica Saxena. This was followed by a poignant speech by surprise guest at the Gala, Ms. Najia Nasim, WAW's Country Director - Afghanistan. Najia told the captivated audience about the story of Laila Rasekh. Tune in to watch the video for more...! Video by YouTube channel.