Women

208 Afghan women left in limbo after US-funded scholarship program is cut: Report

The decision was part of a wider series of funding terminations announced that day, amid what the report described as.

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Women

Activists call for urgent protection of woman ‘at risk of honor killing’

The group urged global human rights organizations to take immediate and effective action to save Qadriah.

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Women

On International Day of Conscience, Afghan women say the world has turned a blind eye

But in Afghanistan, many women say such ideals feel out of reach.

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Women

UK denies asylum to Afghan women’s rights activist, citing no risk of return

The woman, identified as Mina (a pseudonym for her protection), said she had assumed her case would be approved based.

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Women

Afghan activist to receive honorary degree from Trinity College

Trinity College announced that Basij-Rasikh will be honored during its commencement ceremonies on Sunday, May 18, where Connecticut Governor Ned.

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Women

Afghan girls barred from education say their futures are fading

“I feel like every door is closing in front of me,” said former law student.

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Women

Women say Taliban’s morality police have intensified interrogations

Several women said that Taliban's PVPV enforcers have stopped them in public spaces.

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Women

American citizen freed by Taliban urges Trump to help women still jailed in Afghanistan

“All women in Taliban jails want Trump to come in and save them," Hall said.

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Women

Australia pledges $5 million in new aid for Afghan women and girls

The new funding will be channeled through United Nations partners to deliver critical services focused on sexual and reproductive health,.

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Human Rights, Women

EU says education for all is key to Afghanistan’s resilience

“The EU supports their rights to education,” the delegation wrote.

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