How an Afghan child bride became one of Europe's top bodybuilders
Summary
Roya Karimi, once a child bride in Afghanistan, is now a top bodybuilder in Europe. She fled Afghanistan in 2011, settled in Norway, and began her bodybuilding career, overcoming numerous challenges. Roya is set to compete in the World Bodybuilding Championships, aiming to inspire women facing restrictions in Afghanistan.Key Facts
- Roya Karimi was married as a child bride in Afghanistan.
- She escaped to Norway in 2011 with her mother and son to build a new life.
- In Norway, Roya became a nurse and started bodybuilding professionally 18 months ago.
- She is now a leading bodybuilder in Europe and will compete in the World Bodybuilding Championships.
- Roya's journey is about overcoming cultural limitations and redefining her identity.
- She aims to inspire Afghan women who face severe restrictions under Taliban rule since 2021.
- In Afghanistan, women face bans on education beyond age 12, restricted employment, travel limitations, and other societal restraints.
- Roya’s second husband, Kamal Jalaluddin, is also a bodybuilder and supports her career.
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