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The Killing of Dawa Khan Menapal and the Fall of Afghanistan’s Republic

The Killing of Dawa Khan Menapal and the Fall of Afghanistan’s Republic

By Freshta Jalalzai
In August 2021, a brutal assassination prefigured the fall of the Republic and the Taliban’s return to power.

1,000 Days of Girls Banned From Education in Afghanistan

1,000 Days of Girls Banned From Education in Afghanistan

By Meena Ahmadi
An underground network of informal schools, run by brave volunteers, is the only access to continued education for girls past primary school. 
A Not-So-Bright Nowruz for Afghanistan’s Girls

A Not-So-Bright Nowruz for Afghanistan’s Girls

By Freshta Jalalzai
The festival traditionally marks the beginning of the school year. For the thousands of girls who are prevented from attending by Taliban edicts, it’s a heart-wrenching time.

A New Generation of Women and Girls Defying Gender Apartheid in Afghanistan

A New Generation of Women and Girls Defying Gender Apartheid in Afghanistan

By Anushka Sisodia
While international leaders neglect to take meaningful, coordinated action, women and girls in Afghanistan and in exile remain on the frontlines of resistance.

Interview: Life Under Taliban Rule for Afghan Women

Interview: Life Under Taliban Rule for Afghan Women

By Shannon Tiezzi
A woman’s right advocate based in Afghanistan voices an urgent plea: “Be our voice to recognize the gender apartheid in Afghanistan under the Taliban regime.”

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A Beacon of Education Has Vanished in Taliban-controlled Afghanistan

A Beacon of Education Has Vanished in Taliban-controlled Afghanistan

By Freshta Jalalzai
The arbitrary arrest of Matiullah Wesa is a severe blow to the already dire situation for education in the country.

Under the Taliban, None of Afghanistan’s Children Can Really Learn

Under the Taliban, None of Afghanistan’s Children Can Really Learn

By Palwasha Amarkhill
Girls are desperately waiting for the day they can return to school. But even if that happens, Afghanistan’s education system has been poisoned beyond recognition. 
On International Women’s Day, Don’t Forget Afghanistan’s Women and Girls

On International Women’s Day, Don’t Forget Afghanistan’s Women and Girls

By Maryam
Afghan women and girls remain locked out of education, threatening to create a lost generation. They need help – and you can take action.

What Does a Taliban School Curriculum Look Like?

What Does a Taliban School Curriculum Look Like?

By Lauryn Oates
Out: depictions of living things, human rights, foreign inventors, and elections. In: the “seeds of hatred against Western countries” and the rest of the Taliban’s core ideology. 

World Bank Suspends Projects After Taliban Reversal on Girls’ Education

World Bank Suspends Projects After Taliban Reversal on Girls’ Education

By Catherine Putz
Can the Taliban be pushed toward moderation with aid the incentive and progress on women’s rights the price? 

What is a Taliban Education System Truly Worth?

What is a Taliban Education System Truly Worth?

By Aulia Shifa Hamida
The reopening of universities in Afghanistan may not be the good news it seems on the surface.
Women’s Education: Afghanistan’s Biggest Success Story Now at Risk

Women’s Education: Afghanistan’s Biggest Success Story Now at Risk

By Laiq Zirack
With the withdrawal of the International community and U.S troops, serious setbacks are on the horizon for the education of girls in Afghanistan.

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