The Politics of Oppression against Afghan Women
Source: Modern Diplomacy
As women worldwide grapple with tears and grief, Afghan women endure deafening silence resonating around the world with different stages of bans and sanctions since the Taliban has taken over this land. The latest blow came when the Taliban government extinguished the dreams of aspiring midwives and nurses, banning women from pursuing education in these fields. This heartless decision has not only left countless women in despair but also raises a critical question: what risks will Afghan women face as patients when denied access to educated healthcare providers? This ban serves as a stark reminder of the fragility of women’s rights in Afghanistan.
A recent Twitter space, hosted by a group of Afghan men, caught my attention. Titled “Afghan women demand their right to education AS PER SHARIAH, so is women’s education even permitted in Shariah(Islamic law)?” I joined the space but only to find it conducted in Persian. This led me to ponder two crucial aspects: what does Islam truly say about women’s education, and what does Pashtoon culture dictate on this matter?
Read here the full article published by Modern Diplomacy on 20 December 2024.
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As women worldwide grapple with tears and grief, Afghan women endure deafening silence resonating around the world with different stages of bans and sanctions since the Taliban has taken over this land. The latest blow came when the Taliban government extinguished the dreams of aspiring midwives and nurses, banning women from pursuing education in these fields. This heartless decision has not only left countless women in despair but also raises a critical question: what risks will Afghan women face as patients when denied access to educated healthcare providers? This ban serves as a stark reminder of the fragility of women’s rights in Afghanistan.
A recent Twitter space, hosted by a group of Afghan men, caught my attention. Titled “Afghan women demand their right to education AS PER SHARIAH, so is women’s education even permitted in Shariah(Islamic law)?” I joined the space but only to find it conducted in Persian. This led me to ponder two crucial aspects: what does Islam truly say about women’s education, and what does Pashtoon culture dictate on this matter?
Read here the full article published by Modern Diplomacy on 20 December 2024.
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