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Women’s Rights in Afghanistan: Will the Taliban Adhere to CEDAW?

Women’s Rights in Afghanistan: Will the Taliban Adhere to CEDAW?

By Shanthie Mariet D’Souza
In 2003, Afghanistan ratified the Convention on the Elimination of all Forms of Discrimination against Women, but the Taliban do not see their government as a continuation of the former Afghan regime. 

Dignifying the Taliban in Doha While Reports of Systemic Sexual Violence Emerge

Dignifying the Taliban in Doha While Reports of Systemic Sexual Violence Emerge

By Lauryn Oates
There is overwhelming evidence that sexual assault perpetrated by Taliban officials is widespread and systemic, and that it occurs with total impunity. 
A Grand Bargain with the Taliban in Doha

A Grand Bargain with the Taliban in Doha

By Shanthie Mariet D’Souza
The Taliban certainly need to be engaged. But it can’t be at the cost of the rights of women and girls.

The Doha Meeting: Where Were the Afghan Women?

The Doha Meeting: Where Were the Afghan Women?

By Amina Zurmati and Qudratullah Zurmati
By marginalizing Afghan women, the U.N. risks perpetuating the very injustices it aims to address.

Security Through Human Rights – For Afghanistan, It’s Not ‘Either/Or’

Security Through Human Rights – For Afghanistan, It’s Not ‘Either/Or’

By Annie Pforzheimer and Asila Wardak
Civil rights and the personal safety of all citizens are mainstream security conversations, not “nice to have” goals or “Western” inventions. 

What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?
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Afghanistan Under the Taliban: No Country for Women

Afghanistan Under the Taliban: No Country for Women

By Shanthie Mariet D’Souza
Afghan women are tremendously resilient. But resilience can’t last forever on its own; it needs to be supported and nurtured.  

In Eid Message, Taliban Leader Lashes out at Critics in the International Community

In Eid Message, Taliban Leader Lashes out at Critics in the International Community

By Catherine Putz
“If anyone has any issues with us, we are open to resolving them, but we will never compromise on our principles or Islam,” Akhundzada said.
Bridging Divides: Finding a Regional and International Consensus for Afghanistan’s Future

Bridging Divides: Finding a Regional and International Consensus for Afghanistan’s Future

By Mustafa Aryan
Collaborative efforts among regional and international actors can pave the way for a stable and peaceful Afghanistan.

Most UN Security Council Members Demand Taliban Rescind Decrees Seriously Oppressing Women and Girls

Most UN Security Council Members Demand Taliban Rescind Decrees Seriously Oppressing Women and Girls

By Edith M. Lederer
Russia, China, Mozambique, and Algeria didn't sign on to the statement.

Taliban Leaders Get Medical Treatment Abroad While Afghan Women and Children Lack Basic Care 

Taliban Leaders Get Medical Treatment Abroad While Afghan Women and Children Lack Basic Care 

By Natalie Gonnella-Platts and Jessica Ludwig
Why are sanctioned Taliban leaders allowed to travel abroad for medical treatment while their policies push Afghanistan’s healthcare system to the edge of collapse?

ICC Should Prosecute Taliban for Crimes Against Humanity for Denying Girls Education: UN Envoy

ICC Should Prosecute Taliban for Crimes Against Humanity for Denying Girls Education: UN Envoy

By Edith M Lederer
Fifty-four of the 80 edicts issued by the Taliban explicitly target women and girls and dismantle their rights.
The Taliban’s Gender Persecution in Afghanistan Is a Challenge to the World

The Taliban’s Gender Persecution in Afghanistan Is a Challenge to the World

By Nasir Andisha and Nazifa Haqpal
Afghanistan's women's movement, being pushed into a narrow corner, has the opportunity to consolidate intellectually and practically, and rise to the occasion as a consistent and cohesive actor. 

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