Khudadadi will be going for gold at LA 2028. 🥇⁣ •⁣ With World Refugee Day around the corner (20 June), we’re spotlighting the incredible athletes who are breaking barriers and inspiring hope for refugees around the world. 👏⁣ •⁣ Zakia’s journey — from training in secret in Afghanistan to winning the Refugee Paralympic Team’s first-ever medal — is one of courage, strength and perseverance. ❤️⁣ •⁣ After winning bronze in the women’s 47kg para taekwondo event at Paris 2024, she dedicated her medal to Afghan women and refugees worldwide. Now, she uses her platform to advocate for women’s rights and disability inclusion. 🙌⁣ •⁣ She’s made history, and she’s just getting started. Show your solidarity with refugees everywhere by sharing Zakia’s story! #thegist⁣ •⁣ #womenssports #parataekwondo #paralympics #taekwondo #worldrefugeeday