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In this episode of the podcast, we have Noorena Shams as our guest, who shares her inspiring journey of breaking gender stereotypes and becoming a successful squash player in KPK. She talks about her active and creative childhood and how her curiosity has been her best teacher. Noorena reflects on her life after her father's death and the unrest in Dir due to the Talibanization in the Malakand division.  She discusses the early teachers who influenced her and the times of financial and emotional crisis that made her stronger. Noorena shares how she fought for herself and others, supporting kids in sports, and breaking stereotypes by wearing shorts and abaya.  She also sheds light on the struggle for women's clothing rights and the audience's acceptance of women in sports. She talks about her achievements as a member of the sports committee and the challenges of establishing squash as a popular sport in South Asia. Noorena shares exciting facts about squash. She also talks about gender discrimination in KPK and the importance of faith and entrepreneurship to improve the economy