"War in Afghanistan disrupted the fabric of society, compromising the foundation of its institutions. Its impact on Afghan women and girls was appalling and should not be tolerated, as it attacked their dignity and their humanity. I believe through AYAP Afghan women and men can support, heal and fulfill the rights of Afghan women and peace-builders and empower them to be agents of change for building peace and sustaining reconciliation in their communities and in Afghanistan,"

"Everyone is looking for good news at this overwhelmingly terrible moment in history—what better news than to find women and girls being trained and supported in war-torn Afghanistan. AYAP is a role model that should be replicated in every country where women and girls have been abused, wounded, killed, and are victims of a war they never asked for. The AYAP empowers them to use available resources and develop new ones so they can put their hearts and minds to work for the benefit of their sisters and therefore the benefit of their country."

"AYAP is a dynamic civil society organization that is making a positive difference in Afghanpeople's lives. It raises awareness on important international laws and policies such as the Beijing Declaration and Platforms for Action and the UN Security Council Resolution 1325 on Women and Peace and Security among local communities. The implementation of these laws is critical in achieving gender equality, peace and security across the country