The Current Learning in secret: An Afghan teacher’s quiet resistance
Jan 12, 2026
Hasrat Wadiz, an Afghan educator and former diplomat now in Canada, shares his inspiring journey of founding Daricha Schools, underground classrooms for girls in Afghanistan. He discusses the risks of teaching under Taliban rule and emphasizes the importance of community support in education. Wadiz highlights how educating girls can prevent radicalization and create future leaders. His hope for societal change drives him as he coordinates these clandestine efforts, fostering a brighter future despite the challenges.
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Education Shapes Futures And Prevents Radicalization
- Hasrat Wadiz saw teachers transform his life and committed to education as a lifelong purpose.
- He frames teaching as shaping future generations and preventing radicalization by educating mothers and children.
Prepared Before The Takeover
- Hasrat Wadiz anticipated the Taliban takeover and contacted colleagues to prepare underground schooling.
- They began underground classrooms 45 days after the previous government's collapse.
Maternal Literacy Builds Societal Resilience
- Wadiz links maternal literacy to societal resilience against extremism.
- He argues literate mothers reduce the risk of children becoming radicalized or committing violence.