Jolie visited the Tangi region in the war-torn country in October 2008 and instantly knew she had to help out in any way she could. And 18 months later, the all girls school opened its doors.The ability of Afghani girls to attend school has been severely curtailed in recent years, as Taliban sympathizers continue a violent campaign against the education of girls and women.
Speaking at the opening ceremony, 14-year-old Laila praised Jolie and the U.N. for pouring money into education.
She said, "I always had hopes and dreams of going to school. The hope to become a qualified teacher has revived in me."
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