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Mountain climbing gives Afghan girls a chance to breathe free by PBS NewsHour

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Mountain climbing gives Afghan girls a chance to breathe free

by PBS NewsHour

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Length 4 minutes

Language English

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Summary

Few are brave enough to climb Afghanistan's rugged mountains. But for women, harassment from extremist groups make practicing outdoor sports even more difficult. A new organization is helping women find peace living in the war-stricken country by teaching them how to hike and rock climb. Julia Griffin reports on how women in Afghanistan are conquering new heights.

Politics & Economy Nonfiction