TED: My 105 days in Taliban prison -- and a call to aid Afghanistan | Safi Rauf

The speaker recounts their journey from being a refugee in Pakistan to achieving the American Dream in the US. They founded a humanitarian organization to aid Afghans, but were captured by the Taliban. After 105 days in captivity, they were released through diplomatic efforts. The speaker highlights the worsening crisis in Afghanistan and calls for increased humanitarian aid, resettlement efforts, and diplomatic engagement with the Taliban. They emphasize the importance of collective action and advocacy to bring about change.

What humanitarian crisis did the narrator observe upon returning to society?

What are the four actions the narrator believes should be taken to help Afghans in need?

How does the narrator view the role of everyday people in advocating for change?

What message does the narrator convey about hope and advocacy at the end of his speech?