RASC News Agency: In its latest report, the United Nations Women’s section states that over the past three years, the Taliban have issued at least 70 anti-women decrees, systematically targeting the rights of Afghanistani women. The report, published today, 5th of September, highlights that these decrees have impacted nearly all aspects of women’s lives in Afghanistan. Alison Davidian, the Special Representative of UN Women, remarked that Afghanistani women aspire to work alongside men in every sphere of life. “Women demand the right to make decisions, not only in their homes but also in government and other public sectors. They seek education and the full realization of their rights,” she added.
Davidian emphasized that despite the severe restrictions imposed by the Taliban, the United Nations is collaborating with several women activists and utilizing two radio and television stations to promote women’s rights and amplify their voices. She further noted: “This effort is a testament to the resilience and adaptability of Afghanistani women, demonstrating their capacity for innovation even in the face of oppression.” The report also includes the testimony of Lina, a 26-year-old female journalist who, after the Taliban’s return to power, was forced to abandon her career in journalism. Referring to the Taliban’s issued decrees, the report reveals that this group has deprived approximately 1.1 million school-age girls of their right to education.
While some women continue to work, their employment opportunities remain restricted to areas approved by the Taliban. Lina stressed, “These prohibitions erode women’s self-confidence and dignity, confining them to the corners of their homes. I know what they are going through, and that’s why it’s crucial for me to raise their voices.” The Taliban maintain that their governance ensures the rights of women and girls under “Islamic Sharia.” However, this claim contradicts global organizations’ continued concerns over the deteriorating conditions for women under Taliban rule.
Recent findings from the Georgetown Institute for Women, Peace and Security, and the Oslo Peace Research Institute, also underscore that Afghanistan, under Taliban control, has become the “worst” country in the world for women.
