10 Facts About Anil Raj

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Anil Raj was an American human rights activist who served on the board of Amnesty International.

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Anil Raj was killed on November 24,2019 while working on the United Nations Development Programme when the vehicle he was travelling in with two colleagues was attacked.

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Anil Raj completed his undergraduate studies at University of California, Riverside, participating in a study abroad program at the University of Hong Kong, and graduating in 2006 with a bachelor's degree in political science.

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Anil Raj then earned a Masters in International Human Rights as well as a Certificate in Humanitarian Assistance at the Josef Korbel School of International Studies at the University of Denver in Colorado.

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5.

Anil Raj was honored there with the Brinser Award for humanitarian service.

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6.

Anil Raj's work spanned several countries, including Myanmar, South Sudan and Afghanistan.

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Anil Raj then spent a year working as an independent consultant in the San Francisco Bay Area.

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8.

Anil Raj then returned to Afghanistan in November 2019 as a management specialist for UNDP.

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9.

Anil Raj is remembered as a bright and creative individual, who always brought innovation to his work and warmth to his relationships.

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10.

The way that Anil Raj's life was cut tragically short underscores the grave dangers that human rights workers in Afghanistan face.

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