Women

Parallel Schools for Girls in Southeast Afghan Province

Thousands attend unregistered madrassas where the government has no control.

30 Nov 15

A young woman's outspoken courage costs her her life.

18 Nov 15

Documentaries follow individuals who are determined to make a difference in the face of impossible odds.

15 Nov 15

Untold stories of courage and resilience in the war zone.

14 Nov 15

Female travellers issued with "niqab" veils to avoid trouble at militant checkpoints.

11 Nov 15

Politicians seem prepared to consider a measure that would guarantee women a quarter of seats in the legislature.

27 Oct 15

Thirty per cent quota may not translate into female candidates taking their fair share of seats in October 4 polls.

1 Oct 15

Rural women balancing housework and manual farm labour seen as especially vulnerable to health problems.

1 Oct 15

How women in Idlib kept the Free Syrian Army going.

4 Aug 15

Money supports whole communities, but earning it can destroy families.

22 Jul 15

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