Resilience of Girls in the Three and a Half Years of Taliban Rule
After three and a half years of Taliban rule in Afghanistan, schools, universities, and educational institutions have been closed to women and girls. Their social, economic, and cultural activities have come to a complete standstill.
The Afghanistan Women’s Light of Freedom Movement Calls for Scholarships for Women and Girls in Afghanistan
The Afghanistan Women's Light of Freedom Movement, in a statement released on Tuesday, January 14, called for the establishment of scholarships for women and girls who have been deprived of their right to education in Afghanistan.
Malala Yousofzai: The Voices of Muslim Leaders for Afghan Girls Must Be Raised
Malala Yousofzai, a women’s rights activist and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, called on Muslim leaders to respond to the ban on girls' education in Afghanistan and not to legitimize the Taliban during a conference on girls' education in Islamic countries. In this conference, which was held in Islamabad, Pakistan, she criticized the Taliban's strict policies against women and emphasized that it is time for Islamic leaders to vocally defend the rights of girls.
Domestic Violence Crisis and Educational Deprivation of Girls in Afghanistan
The United Nations Office in Geneva has recently stated that nearly 400 million children under five years old around the world are facing violence in their homes. This situation is particularly alarming in Afghanistan, where many girls are forced into child marriages
Increased Restrictions on Women’s Activities in NGOs
Local sources from Bamyan province informed the Afghan Women’s News Agency that, based on a recent decision by the Taliban Ministry of Economy, non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and international organizations have been mandated to refrain from hiring women and girls and to block their activities in the offices. This decision has halted the activities of women in all NGOs and associations in Bamyan province.
Girls Have Been Prohibited from Attending Educational Centers in Herat Province
Since the regaining of power by the Taliban, girls have been barred from attending schools, although they were initially allowed to enroll in private educational centers. However, in a recent development, the Education Directorate of Herat has issued a decree prohibiting girls above the sixth grade from attending educational centers until further notice
Millions of Individuals in Afghanistan to Confront a Severe Food Crisis and Harsh Winter Conditions
The World Food Programme (WFP) has sounded the alarm that with the onset of winter, millions of individuals in Afghanistan face acute shortages of food and heating supplies. Many struggling households are compelled to make the agonizing choice between procuring food for their children or purchasing fuel to warm their homes.
From the Closure of the Gates of Medical Science Institutes to the Forced Marriages of Student Girls in Afghanistan
With the recent closure of medical science institutes by the Taliban in Afghanistan, several female students in Kabul have described the closure of these institutions nationwide as oppressive and unjust.
Rahima’s Narrative Reveals the Hidden Aspects of Women Breadwinners on the Eve of Yalda Night
Yalda Night, a time for ancient tales, memory-making, connection, and empathy, is the longest night of the year. This night encourages families, friends, and relatives to celebrate with vibrant fruits and delightful treats, keeping the spirit of the occasion alive.
Yalda Night Symbolizes Resilience and Hope for Women in Afghanistan
Yalda Night, also referred to as Shab-e Chella, is one of the most ancient celebrations among Persian speakers, marking the longest night of the year. This festivity is traditionally observed on the final night of autumn, heralding the arrival of winter.