Afghanistan

Women in Afghanistan can no longer attend medical institutes

Afghanistan

A new directive from the Taliban bans women from studying dentistry, nursing and midwifery. The group, which took over the country by force in 2021 after the US withdrawal, also reportedly prevents women from getting treatment from male doctors unless a male guardian is present. Human rights activists say they are worried about what these restrictions mean for the future of Afghan women’s health.

As Taliban tightens grip, secret schools for girls become more dangerous to run

Afghanistan

‘It so clearly discriminates against Muslims’: India rolls out faith-based test for citizenship

Sacred Nation

Out of Eden Walk: Walking Afghanistan’s Wakhan Corridor 

Out of Eden Walk
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This Afghan female fighter fought with US troops. Now, she’s readjusting to life in the US.

Conflict & Justice
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Afghan student struggles with adjusting to life in the US

Many women saw no future for themselves in Afghanistan when the Taliban took over. So, when offered a chance to leave, many took it. Reporter Rebecca Rosman meets a young Afghan student. Unfortunately, her temporary status in the US is a constant shadow, as she can’t go home again.

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‘We are dead inside:’ Women in Afghanistan protest Taliban ban of beauty salons

Afghanistan

The ban will come into effect in five days, leaving roughly 60,000 women out of work.

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Women in Afghanistan are devastated by the Taliban’s ban on beauty salons

Afghanistan

The Taliban have given all women’s beauty salons in Afghanistan one month to close down. The ultraconservative group, which took power by force in 2021, has consistently chipped away at women’s rights and freedoms in the country. 

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After Taliban ban, women NGO workers in Afghanistan struggle to make ends meet

Afghanistan

​​​​​​​Last December, in yet another blow to women’s rights in Afghanistan, the Taliban announced a ban on women working for nongovernmental organizations. Thousands of women lost their jobs overnight. The months since have been some of the most difficult for them.

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Afghans who fled to the US hope that Congress will fix their status 

Immigration

After Afghanistan fell to the Taliban almost two years ago in August, tens of thousands of Afghans made their way to the United States. They were allowed to stay under a program called “humanitarian parole.” But that status expires in a couple of months, and although they can renew one time, many are calling for Congress to pass the Afghan Adjustment Act, which would allow them to seek more permanent status.