Five Years of Taliban Rule: Afghan Women and Girls Face Sweeping Restrictions

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Since regaining power in August 2021, the Taliban have rolled back women's rights and education across Afghanistan. More than 2.6 million girls are barred from secondary school. Limits on women's public participation and employment have also reduced their access to healthcare. Reports from UNESCO and UNICEF point to a sharp decline in educational standards among young Afghans. The international community has voiced alarm at these developments.

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