Taliban internet clampdown: will Europe revive academic support to Afghan women?
The situation of Afghan women and girls is a special concern. Since the Taliban returned to power in 2021, they have been stripped of their basic rights and practically erased from all public spheres. The hardline Islamist group has issued dozens of edicts restricting their freedom of movement and of expression, has removed them from most jobs, and barred them from classrooms beyond the age of 12.
Three Years of Taliban Rule in Afghanistan: The Struggle and Resilience of Women and Education
August 15, 2024 – As we mark three years since the Taliban’s return to power in Afghanistan, the situation for women and girls in the country remains dire. The Taliban’s oppressive policies have exacerbated gender apartheid, severely restricted educational opportunities, and driven many to find clandestine ways to pursue learning and empowerment. Yet, amid these challenges, organizations like Sahar Education are making significant strides, offering a glimmer of hope and a path forward for Afghan women and girls.
Alan Cumming to Host .ORG Impact Awards to Honor “Mission-Driven” Changemakers
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Sahar in The Seattle Times
Sadaf, age 18, joined the inaugural round of the Stealth Sisters program in July 2022, only months after the Taliban closed schools for girls in Afghanistan. Joining the program was an act of desperation for Sadaf — restrictions on women mounted by the day.
Innovative, courageous organizations and individuals are ensuring that the Taliban’s announcement didn’t mean the end of girls’ educational opportunities. Washington-based nonprofit Sahar’s programs, such as Stealth Sisters, teach English and computer skills.