UNICEF Appeals for End to Girls' Education Ban as New School Year Starts
March 22, 2025 - 23:23
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has urged the Taliban leadership in Afghanistan to promptly remove the ban on secondary education for girls as the new school year commences. This appeal comes amid growing concerns that the ongoing restrictions are jeopardizing the future of countless young girls in the country. UNICEF emphasized that education is a fundamental right and critical for the personal development and empowerment of girls.
The organization highlighted that denying girls access to education not only limits their potential but also has broader implications for the nation’s progress. Education is essential for fostering economic growth, improving health outcomes, and promoting social stability. UNICEF’s call reflects a wider international concern regarding the rights of children, particularly in regions where access to education remains severely restricted.
As the new academic year begins, UNICEF is advocating for an urgent policy shift that prioritizes the education of all children, regardless of gender, to ensure a brighter future for Afghanistan.
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