Shannon Galpin is the founder of Mountain2Mountain, a non-for-profit organization that helps women in conflict zones. She is also a producer of the upcoming documentary Afghan Cycles. In 2015, the International Olympic Committee awarded Ms. Galpin an Honorary Achievement Diploma for her work promoting gender equity through sport.
Pedaling a Revolution
The Afghan women who ride today are pedaling a revolution. It may take decades before they normalize cycling for all girls, but with every pedal stroke they are standing up for their rights and inspiring others to do the same.