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Afghan Women, Erased From Public Life, Are Turning to Instagram
The content they share is varied, and often inspiring. It ranges from showcasing their daily lives to sharing inspirational posts and promoting local businesses.
scmp.com5d
In Afghanistan, young women under Taliban ditch the burka for something ‘more comfortable’
Young, urban women in Afghanistan are increasingly ditching the all-enveloping blue burka with a face mesh that has become a symbol of the Taliban’s oppression of women. Since their return to ...
The Diplomat6d
Afghan Schools Reopen for Another Year Without Girls
On March 22, schools in Afghanistan traditionally reopen, marking the start of a new academic year for students. This year, ...
‘A Stain on Humanity’: What Canceled ILAB Grants Mean for Fashion Production
The U.S. Department of Labor is axing $577 million in grants that strengthen workers’ rights and combat child and forced ...
Narges is baking for Eid festivities but for millions of women there’s little to celebrate
Muslims worldwide are preparing to celebrate Eid, as the fasting month of Ramadan comes to an end. One Australian ...
Ariana News4d
EU says girls’ education crucial for Afghanistan’s long-term prosperity
This comes after schools reopened after the winter break four days ago. However, schools for girls above grade 6 remained ...
FIFA faces fresh calls to recognise Afghanistan women’s football team
The Afghan team have been absent from FIFA tournaments since the second Taliban takeover of the nation in 2021.
Jurist6h
Voices of Afghanistan Interview Series: ‘Afghan women are not just victims; we are strong, resilient, and capable’
In August 2021, the world watched as the Taliban regained control of Afghanistan, sweeping away two decades of progress toward democracy, human rights and gender equality. While international ...
Khaleej Times on MSN3d
Afghan women risk Taliban wrath over hair trade
KABUL—Until Taliban authorities took power in Afghanistan, women like Fatima were able to freely sell their hair to be made into wigs, bringing in crucial ...
The Independent2d
Afghanistan women players fight to compete in World Cup qualifying after fleeing Taliban rule
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...
Pacific Daily News5d
New generation of Afghan women shift from burqa
Young, urban women in Afghanistan are increasingly ditching the all-enveloping blue burqa with a face mesh that has become a symbol of the Taliban's oppression of women. Since their return to ...
Khaleej Times3d
Afghan women risk Taliban government wrath over hair trade
Until Taliban authorities took power in Afghanistan, women like Fatima were able to freely sell their hair to be made into wigs, bringing in crucial cash. But a ban last year has forced the 28 ...