Marwa Dashty’s father, a well-known journalist, was killed after the Taliban took over. Now, the 20-year-old wants to continue his legacy by becoming a journalist herself.
Kate Brennan
Kate Brennan, former staff writer at The Story Exchange, is a reporter and journalism graduate of Syracuse University. Her passion for storytelling centered around women and their experiences led her to The Story Exchange.
Posts by Kate Brennan
The Teacher Who Chose to Stay Behind
When Munireh’s father first received news of the Taliban takeover, he sent all the women in the family to Iran – but she refused to leave Afghanistan.
The Pop Star Whose Fan Helped Her Get Out
After Shakiba Teimori showed her long, flowing hair on television, it was as if she were exiled. And then she fled for real.
The Mobile App Developer Secretly Working Online
Parima hides the fact that she works remotely, as many of her neighbors in Afghanistan don’t believe women should have jobs.
The Founder of Afghanistan’s First All-Girls Coding School
Fereshteh Forough opened Afghanistan’s first coding school for girls and women – but the Taliban’s ban on education prevents students from learning in-person.
The College Student Getting a Fresh Start
Rodaba Noori is enjoying her new life at Bard College in upstate New York, but she still doesn’t consider it home.
Senator’s Protest of Abortion Policy Blocks Confirmation of Navy’s First Woman Leader
Sen. Tommy Tuberville’s six-month hold on military confirmations overshadows the historical appointment of Adm. Lisa Franchelli to top officer role.
Introducing Dr. Jeanne Marrazzo, AKA Fauci’s Replacement
Succeeding a celebrity scientist won’t be easy. But neither is fighting infectious diseases. The NIH says this blue-bespectacled doctor is up to the task.
AI Can Detect Breast Cancer That Radiologists Miss, Study Finds
Researchers in Sweden showed AI-assisted breast cancer screenings can produce faster and more accurate results than traditional screenings.
Justice for Henrietta Lacks Following Years of ‘Medical Racism’
Doctors used her cells for medical research without her permission. Now, 60 years and one lawsuit later, her family reaches a settlement.
Sheryl Sandberg Is Helping Young Girls Develop Leadership Skills
The former Meta COO is expanding her organization Lean In to include a free, 15-lesson program for girls ages 11 to 15.
Why Women Journalists Are Under Attack
Brooke Kroeger, author of “Undaunted,” explores the issue, looking at challenges that female reporters in American history have always faced.
Afghan Women Protest Ban on Beauty Salons
The Taliban arrived with fire hoses and stun guns to break up demonstrators, and shot weapons in the air.
As World Cup Begins, Australian Women’s Soccer Calls for Equal Prize Pot
The Matildas released a video calling for equal prize money for men’s and women’s World Cups and collective bargaining rights.
7 Podcasts to Listen to This Summer
Check out our list of women-hosted podcasts to help keep you informed, entertained and inspired this summer.