64 h. ago Hamid Karzai calls for lifting Education and Job Restrictions on Afghanistan’s women in Eid Message

Former President Hamid Karzai, in an Eid al-Fitr greeting, stressed the need to reopen educational centers for girls and remove work restrictions on women, viewing closed schools and universities as major obstacles to national progress. In a message posted on his official social media platform X, Karzai congratulated the arrival of Eid al-Fitr and called […] The post Hamid Karzai calls for lifting Education and Job Restrictions on Afghanistan’s women in Eid Message appeared first on Khaama Press.

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5 d. ago Australia allocates $5 million to support women in Afghanistan

The Australian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced on Friday a donation of five million dollars to support humanitarian services for women and girls in Afghanistan. This contribution aims to address the critical needs of Afghan women and girls, providing much-needed resources for essential support in the country. Penny Wong, Australia’s Foreign Minister, has stated […] The post Australia allocates $5 million to support women in Afghanistan appeared first on Khaama Press.

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1 week ago Richard Bennet: Afghan girls, women denied education due to Gender

Richard Bennett, UN Special Rapporteur for Afghanistan, stated that Afghan girls and women are denied education due to gender-based oppression. Richard Bennett, the UN Human Rights Council’s Special Rapporteur for Afghanistan, states that Afghan girls continue to be deprived of education due to suppression and gender-based violence by the Taliban. Bennett wrote on his X […] The post Richard Bennet: Afghan girls, women denied education due to Gender-Based Oppression appeared first on Khaama Press.

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1 week ago Voices of Afghanistan Interview Series: 'We, Afghan girls and women, will call for freedom with every breath'

Voices of Afghanistan Interview Series: 'We, Afghan girls and women, will call for freedom with every breath'  JURIST

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2 w. ago UN Security Council Asserts Peace in Afghanistan Requires Reversal of Taliban's Bans on Women and Girls

UN Security Council Asserts Peace in Afghanistan Requires Reversal of Taliban's Bans on Women and Girls  Oneindia

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2 w. ago UN tells Afghan rulers: no peace and prosperity until they reverse bans on women and girls

UN tells Afghan rulers: no peace and prosperity until they reverse bans on women and girls  The Independent

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2 w. ago EU: Access to Healthcare Services crucial for women and girls in Afghanistan

The European Union (EU) delegation in Afghanistan has stated that access to healthcare services for Afghan women and girls is essential. The EU delegation in Afghanistan emphasized on Thursday, March 13, that ensuring access to healthcare services for Afghan women and girls is crucial, especially amid ongoing challenges they face. The delegation mentioned that, in […] The post EU: Access to Healthcare Services crucial for women and girls in Afghanistan appeared first on Khaama Press.

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2 w. ago Women and Girls in Afghanistan Bear the Brunt of the Country’s Crisis

Women and Girls in Afghanistan Bear the Brunt of the Country’s Crisis  Global Issues

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3 w. ago UNESCO gives voice to Afghan girls and women and calls for their rights to be restored

UNESCO gives voice to Afghan girls and women and calls for their rights to be restored  UNESCO

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3 w. ago UN warns over 4 million girls in Afghanistan will be deprived of education by 2030 if schools remain closed

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) reports that the Taliban’s restrictions on women and girls in Afghanistan have already affected around 1.5 million female students. UNESCO has warned that if these restrictions continue, by 2030, the number of girls deprived of education could rise to over 4 million. In a statement issued […] The post UN warns over 4 million girls in Afghanistan will be deprived of education by 2030 if schools remain closed appeared first on Khaama Press.

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3 w. ago Citizens of Afghanistan in Pakistan say women and girls face severe oppression

A number of Afghan citizens living in Islamabad, Pakistan, have stated that Afghan women and girls are experiencing the most severe systemic oppression and discrimination under the regime in Afghanistan. On Saturday, March 8, Afghan nationals in Pakistan organized a protest in Islamabad, issuing a statement to raise awareness about the ongoing situation of women […] The post Citizens of Afghanistan in Pakistan say women and girls face severe oppression appeared first on Khaama Press.

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3 w. ago UN urges Taliban to end restrictions on girls on International Women’s Day

UN urges Taliban to end restrictions on girls on International Women’s Day  Voice of America

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3 w. ago Amnesty International urges real support for Afghan women on International Women’s Day

On International Women’s Day, Amnesty International emphasized that symbolic support for Afghan women and girls is no longer enough. The organization called for real and actionable support from countries around the world to ensure the rights and well-being of Afghan women. In a statement issued on Saturday, March 8, Amnesty International urged governments to strengthen […] The post Amnesty International urges real support for Afghan women on International Women’s Day appeared first on Khaama Press.

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3 w. ago UN calls on Taliban to lift restrictions on women and girls on International Women’s Day

On International Women’s Day, the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) called on the Taliban to lift restrictions that deprive women and girls of their fundamental rights. In a statement, UNAMA highlighted that Afghan women and girls are systematically denied their rights in education, work, and social life, which has led to widespread inequality. […] The post UN calls on Taliban to lift restrictions on women and girls on International Women’s Day appeared first on Khaama Press.

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3 w. ago UNESCO calls for restoration of women and girls’ rights in Afghanistan on International Women’s Day

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has emphasized the restoration of women and girls’ rights in Afghanistan on the occasion of International Women’s Day, March 8. The organization has called for global mobilization to address these issues. In a message published on Saturday, March 8, UNESCO condemned the denial of secondary education […] The post UNESCO calls for restoration of women and girls’ rights in Afghanistan on International Women’s Day appeared first on Khaama Press.

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3 w. ago 'Rule Breakers' Movie Launches in Advance of International Women's Day Highlighting the Courage and Hope of the Afghan Girls Robotics Team

'Rule Breakers' Movie Launches in Advance of International Women's Day Highlighting the Courage and Hope of the Afghan Girls Robotics Team  PR Newswire

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3 w. ago Press Conference: Yasmine Sherif (Education Cannot Wait) and Elaha Mahboob (co

Press Conference: Yasmine Sherif (Education Cannot Wait) and Elaha Mahboob (co-producer and writer of 'Rule Breakers') on the situation of girls' education in Afghanistan, ahead of International Women's Day  Welcome to the United Nations

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3 w. ago UNESCO High Level Conference on Women and Girls in Afghanistan

UNESCO High Level Conference on Women and Girls in Afghanistan  UNESCO

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4 w. ago Protesters: Afghanistan’s Women’s Rights Situation is ‘Horrific and Tragic’

A group of protesting women and members of the “Women for Peace and Freedom” movement marked International Women’s Day on March 8, expressing that the situation for women and girls in Afghanistan is “horrific and tragic.” The movement, which has long advocated for women’s rights in the country, emphasized the severe deterioration of women’s rights […] The post Protesters: Afghanistan’s Women’s Rights Situation is ‘Horrific and Tragic’ appeared first on Khaama Press.

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last month UN Rights Commissioner: Women and Girls in Afghanistan Face Gender Apartheid

Volker Turk, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, has stated that Afghan women and girls are deprived of basic freedoms essential for normal life. Speaking at the UN Human Rights Council on Monday, March 3, he emphasized the severe restrictions they face under Taliban rule. Turk described the situation as a form of gender […] The post UN Rights Commissioner: Women and Girls in Afghanistan Face Gender Apartheid appeared first on Khaama Press.

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