Hanifa Garawal

Haleema Shah, a dedicated reporter and producer, interviews Hanifa Garawal, a former human rights attorney and Afghan evacuee now navigating life in Northern Virginia. Hanifa shares her harrowing escape from Afghanistan during the Taliban takeover and the challenges of starting anew, including learning to drive and securing housing. The discussion also highlights the complexities of the U.S. immigration process, the proposed Afghan Adjustment Act, and Hanifa's heartfelt reflections on hope and resilience amid uncertainty.