The restrictions imposed by the Taliban on women and girls in Afghanistan have already affected about one and a half million female students, and if these restrictions persist, the number of girls deprived of education may exceed four million by 2030, the UN specialized agency for Education, Science and Culture (UNESCO) said in a statement.
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“Afghanistan is the only country in the world where girls are not allowed to attend school. This is particularly worrying, as this ban negates decades of progress in education for women and girls and returns the country to a state of education deficit for the female population,” the statement said.
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The organization emphasizes that this regression is taking place after many years of progress in the field of women’s rights and education in Afghanistan, which indicates the loss of previously achieved successes. Such restrictions affect not only the future of individual girls, but also the social and economic development of Afghanistan as a whole.
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Despite the fact that international organizations, including UNESCO, continue to highlight the serious negative consequences of such policies, the situation of Afghan women and girls remains difficult. Without access to education and basic rights, they are systematically deprived of opportunities that could improve their lives and contribute to the reconstruction of the country.
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In the long run, this systemic discrimination will lead to serious social consequences, limiting Afghanistan’s ability to make economic, social, and political progress. International pressure and support for Afghan women are needed to promote policy changes that promote equality, education, and opportunities for all.
