In Honor of Linda Norgrove

A Remarkable Act of Beauty and Courage in the Wake of Shattering Grief

1000 days ago, when the Taliban reconquered Afghanistan, all females beyond the sixth grade were banned from attending school. This included 19 medical students who had been under effective house arrest.

Linda Norgrove in Afghanistan

The parents of a Scottish woman held hostage by the Taliban and later killed created a foundation, raised $80,000, and persuaded the Scottish and UK authorities to allow these 19 young women to immigrate and complete their studies.