Ultimately, supporting the economic participation of Afghan women returnees is not just about individual survival; it is essential for the broader recovery and stability of Afghanistan’s communities.
The consultations underscore that the crisis is not merely statistical. It reflects lived realities in which women are increasingly isolated within their homes.
Her story resonates far beyond Afghanistan, echoing in global conversations about women’s rights, freedom of expression, and the role of sport as a vehicle for empowerment. In a place where silence is enforced, her actions speak loudly.
According to the Taliban’s own Commission for the Collection of Beggars and Prevention of Begging, nearly 75,000 individuals – 74,968 to be precise – have been rounded up from Kabul’s streets since the nationwide campaign began in 2022.
The webinar saw active participation from the attendees and was instrumental in throwing light on and advancing the important discussion on women’s work in agriculture.
ILO’s Nepal country director Numan Özcan says that with evidence-based planning, increased investment, and inclusive social dialogue, the country can turn a potential setback into a catalyst for sustainable, job-rich development.
Timely community action and strengthened health services will determine how many more young lives are placed at risk before cooler weather arrives, health workers say.
I wasn’t just de-linked from my role—I was cut off from my health insurance, my professional identity, my community, and the safety net I thought I’d built after a lifetime of service.