Never forgotten, always remembered...

My heart is aching so much, I need to tell you I love you again...Always loved Dua, never will I forget

Words cannot make up the horrible injustice that was imposed to her.

How can we forget? Du'a died for love, she died in the XXI century but for her and for women like her it was the dark Middle Age. We won't ever forget Du'a, and I pray noone else ever forget she was one of us, only less luckier RIP Du'a

Dua....was my interduction to facebook....at the time I knew little of HONOR KILLINGS.. I soon learned with knowledge of ppl like....Harman...Joanne...Athena... Bless you all.....some where...some how....DUA knows she is loved... OUT OF THE DARKNESS COMES LIGHT OUT OF THE LIGHT COMES YOU....DUA... Much love....Sebah

It's been 2 years since your horrible death, and i still remember the first time i watch it from the news and ripped my heart apart it's like i known you for a long time. Dua , you are in God's hands now that no one will hurt you anymore... No one! Peace be with you... Edmar

Today, like every day, I will continue to remember Dua Aswad, the brave 17 year old girl whose life was so tragically taken from her - for what? For falling in love with someone of her choice - not someone chosen for her. Dua was stoned to death by over 1000 cowards who were never punished, my hope is that a day does not go by that they do not hear her screams or see her blood on their hands. Rest in peace sweet Dua, know you are loved by millions, your murder has not gone unnoiticed and has not been forgotten. You have set an example for all of us around the world - to have the courage to follow your dreams. Much love - Athena

I still remember. Rest in peace, my angel.

This should have never happen to this young girl. Allways keep up the fight for the oppressed in this world sisters and brothers. Never let our guard down. Make it our daily thoughts and actions. Pease like a River.

We remember you today and the brave young woman you were xxx

We remember you today as a brave young woman xxx

Today, 2 years on from your horrible death we remember you with heavy hearts and enormous sadness. In my life time I have now farewelled 2 sisters; my own and you. I will not forget your face, ever. Love Jacqui and Family oxxxxxxo

I hope you are happy and leading the life you want wherever you are. You are special. And I love you S

I am just one voice, but what is the use of a voice unspoken? One can join another and another until we are all one voice, speaking from one heart, for your memory Dua Khali Aswad, and for the future of women and men together.

No woman is an island, Entire of itself. Each is a piece of the continent, A part of the main. If a clod be washed away by the sea, Europe is the less. As well as if a promontory were. As well as if a manner of thine own Or of thine friend's were. Each woman's death diminishes me, For I am involved in womenkind. Therefore, send not to know For whom the bell tolls, It tolls for thee. Original poem by John Doone

word can't express how much i was shocked when i heard abt Dua and saw the video my 1st impression do these monsters consider themsleves MEN!!!wasnt there 1 man only man at least to say wat was happening was wrong!i feel sorry for this society to have such "men" i feel sorry 4 the women who will marry them !!but u know mayb Dua found a better place out there and God inshallah will give her wat she deserves coz she and me and u shouldnt expect the monsters of this life give us anything

no use to be sad about your death anymore, because you have found eternal life, rest peacefully sister, you'll always be in our hearts <3

You will be never forgotten. Hope you'll forgive the horrible men who mercilessly killed you, someday.. Love Silvia

She was dragged out into the street An angry mob shouting words they didn’t understand Tearing her clothes off shamelessly Spitting in her face and beating her with brutal hands She was seventeen – beautiful and innocent A radiant smile that became trembling lips What was my crime, she cannot even ask What have I done to deserve this torment? A distant Lover, a young man from a different part of town Just an innocent pair of Lovers They pull her hair and call her a disgrace “Infidel!” “Slut!” “Whore!” Tears streaming down her face – I’m sorry, she whimpers Heavy rocks and stones slamming against her body Blood dripping, bones crushing, such fragile beings we are Why hurt so much beauty? You stand in the crowd Surrounded by a chaotic storm of violence Unable to hold back your tears Wanting to bring an end to this madness I know, me too... With each violent strike You watch her life bleed away Her broken fingers reaching for help, just someone to hold Just someone to tell her it’s going to be okay You’re haunted by her helpless eastern eyes Watching the brutality ensue One rock thrown at a time like some demonic game While police officers just stand as spectators Unyielding to her desperate and painful cries You want to charge through the crowd And take the rocks like bullets You want to bleed and lessen her pain You want to scream into the sky And punch the earth until your hand breaks I know, me too... Sister, what we would do to help you If we weren’t so afraid I’m standing here, bleeding from the inside Suffocating and blind from all this hatred Sister, I cannot live like this Or laugh or sing or dance or smile I cannot breathe like this Or talk or eat or walk or sleep Thinking of all the pain you endured Of all those years you missed Those precious days stolen from you In the early bloom of your being You want to believe in the Unseen Beauty Heaven’s Chariot charging through the fields Divine Light resurrecting her lifeless body And a warm hand healing her wounds Fear nothing, says a gentle voice For Beautiful Muhammad has come To lead you out of darkness and into Light To bring you out of sorrow and into rejoice Ali and Fatima wait at the Gate Come, Sister To the Eternal Sky To the Garden of Souls To the Love that belongs to you You want to believe this is how it ended I know, me too... ~ Jehanzeb

Francesca Rogier

15 years ago

I am deeply moved by this poem and its palpable expression of helplessness, fear, and grief.

if any body finds out how the familys doing please let me know on ere thankyou!!!!

how can people jus stand ther and let this poor girl suffer ! i mean who did they think they wer god!!! who the hell are we 2 judge im a sunni muslim!!! DID THEY HAVE ANY PROOF !!! this girl did not deserve this hope her mum and dad are okay wonder what they are going thru my duaas are with them inshallah !!! IM A 27 YEAR OLD MALE IM GNA PAY THE GRAVE A VISIT 1 DAY N PAY MY RESPECT ! and then we wonder why non muslims say islam is bad religion astagfirullah u all gve them ammo !!! its all about love !!!!!!!!!!!

you were my inspiration for a paper i did on honour killings .. and im glad i wrote about the topic because now more people will know about it .. all the research i did and your story has inspired me to open up a shelter for abused women .. and inshaAllah i hope i will be able to save many girls from your fate .. may you rest in peace .. <3

Dua’s courage in the face of such cruelty is unbelievable and an inspiration to people everywhere. Looking forward to the day when everyone can choose their partner free from the pressure of others. Forward to genuine equality and freedom

Her death was not in vain, for now, there is no such thing as "honor" killings. We hold you in our hearts. May you rest in eternal peace.

Never was a crime so inappropriately labeled; never was 'honor' so disgraceful. Peace and thanks to all those who have the courage to face this kind of desolation and cruelty, and who are willing to work to change it.

She is now in GOD's hands where she has found peace and is free to love. R.I.P DUA KHALIL ASWAD. You will never be forgotten.

Du'a, your start shines brightly for all women, we will never forget, you should of had a freedom of choice, a freedom to love whoever you wanted, we will fight for the rights that you and other innocent victims should of had. RIP Du'a

A sweet life cut tragically short through ignorance . RIP

You were a beautiful rose, that has become a symbol for all girls and women of the world. May you rest in peace, and may your tragic death have prevented others to have suffered the same destiny, because of the awareness it has arisen.

RIP dear Dua, I hope wherever you are, you are smiling down on us for keeping ur spirit alive, and ur story. You have change many lives for better and there will be many more who will live, because of your life being taken. You will always be in our hearts, and we will never stop working to end honor killings till the day comes :) Aida

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You are in Angel arms , but we here on earth will keep you alive in our hearts & never forget!

Such a young life taken away because of love, the most beautiful and precious thing in this world. Your life was ended by those monsters. Hatred is senseless and gets us no where but love is endless and can take use many places. I pray that your soul is at ease because God will take care of the rest.

How can people be so cruel?? I hope the souless monsters that did this despicable crime are haunted by Dua's cries for mercy for the rest of eternity. JUSTICE and PEACE for DUA!!

Justice will be served.

Poor sweet Dua you will always be remembered.You have not suffered in vain.Your tragic murder brought about an awareness of this horrible crime and many fight in your memory to bring about change. You have touched us all Dua.RIP my sweet girl.xo

You died because of love, i will never forget the way you died and it is a heart breaking the very first time i saw your horific death from the news 2 years ago. You are in God's hands now...rest in peace Dua Khalil Aswad, you touched the worlds heart... Peace be with you..

I wrote this article which was published after Dua's murder - I continue to write about the scourge of honor killings and if you know of a way that I can do more, please contact me. phylisinmexico@gmail.com http://www.iheu.org/node/2775

A TODOS AQUELES QUE ACOMPANHARAM ESSE BRUTAL ASSASSINATO, FIQUEMOS ALERTA, POIS TEMOS A OBRIGAÇÃO DE CONSTRUIR UM MUNDO MELHOR, LIVRES DE VIOLÊNICA E GUERRA, DEVEMOS CONSTRUIR UM MUNDO AONDE SE REINE A PAZ, O AMOR E AMIZADE, QUE DUA SEJE UM SINAL DEQUE DEVEMOS LUTAR PELA PAZ, MAIS NÃO COM ARMAS OU GUERRA, E SIM COM COM PACIÊNCIA DIALOG.

Sweet girl, love got you killed in a horrible way. It showed how insanity rules the world. Allthough i didn't know you, i will not forget you. I hope you found a place now you can rest!

No man is an island, entire of itself; every man is a piece of the continent, a part of the main; if a clod be washed away by the sea, Europe is the less...any man's death diminishes me, because I am involved in mankind... Dua, you will live in our hearts and minds forever. They are the losers.

May you attain peace with god. To those who killed you in the pretence of holiness, and for those who killed you in my god's name - will pay a dear price for their brutality. The Quran speaks of compassion there is no mention of sharia laws and tribal rituals. With your death more Muslims have opened their eyes. You did not die in vain.. Hilal

Where you are, you are next to God where no one can EVER hurt you again and you can love whoever you you want. I never met you, but, you are very deep in my heart.

Rest in Peace sweet Dua - You are not forgotten - we will continue to fight for your justice - you followed your heart and it led you to heaven - much love - Judy

Two years have passed and still your murderers have not been punished, they are however guilty in the eyes of those of us around the world that fight for your justice, they are the ultimate disgrace of the human race, we will never forgive nor will we ever forget what they did to you and what they took from you - your young life! Dua - I think of you daily and I make every effort to spread the word of your murder and all the Dua's out there suffering at the hands of these ignorant people. You are free now sweet girl, free to run, dance and love - please know we will never forget you! Athena

Some of us will never forget your face, your story, the way you died. You have become a symbol of freedom and courage for women around the world.

Dua Aswad represents all the victims of this horrible crime known as honor killing - in remembering Dua you are remembering all the innocent victims murdered by an ignorant society - we must change this mindset - we must never look away - we must all help when we can and we must never ever forget what Dua Aswad died for - for freedom of choice, freedom of love and freedom of life! Bless you Dua - we will never forget!