Women
Afghan Province Lacks Any Female Prison Facilities
Officials say this reflects wider issues of gender inequality.
8 Sep 16
Afghan Schoolgirls Run Gauntlet of Abuse
Relentless daily harassment means many are forced to leave education early.
31 Aug 16
Cuba: The Female Boxer Fighting for Recognition
It’s too late for the 2016 Olympics, but hope remains that the sport will be officially accepted.
23 Aug 16
Afghanistan: Outrage at Marriage of Six-Year-Old Girl
The case was so extreme that it led to a public outcry.
20 Aug 16
Afghan Policewomen Proud to Serve
Numbers of female officers have grown, despite social prejudice.
19 Aug 16
Afghan Media Crying Out for Female Voices
Women are being prevented from pursuing careers in journalism.
16 Aug 16
Afghanistan: Women Divorcing Addict Husbands
Officials report that large numbers of women are choosing to end their marriages.
15 Aug 16
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