Action Needed on Rural Women's Rights in Afghanistan
Despite some progress, advances in equality have been uneven across the country.
Despite some progress, advances in equality have been uneven across the country.
Stigma and legal loopholes mean that many women suffer in silence.
Fear of retribution means victims feel they have no choice but to stay silent.
Parliament bans marriage for under-18s except with court’s assent, but rights activists say this won’t be enough to effect change.
Mothers may face ridicule and mistreatment if they have daughters rather than sons.
Inhumane punishments are common in areas outside government control.
Fewer jobs and a worsening exchange rate hits households supported by expats in Russia.
Progress has been too dependent on encouragement from international doors, rather than domestic political will.
Despite relatively progressive legislation, women still find themselves marginalised.
Law passed two years ago yet to translate into societal change.