Navigating Women’s Participation in the UN-Led Conference on Afghanistan: Opportunities and Concerns
By Nazila Jamshidi A two-day international conference assembled by the United Nations is set to convene in Doha, Qatar, next...
Promoting Dialogue Between Diaspora Groups and Civil Society Individuals Working for Peace and Reconciliation in Afghanistan
“As women, we bear the brunt of war, and any peace talks, negotiations, or reconciliation processes must prioritize and center...
Defying the Odds: Pakistanis Quest Against Pakistan Army for Real Democracy
By A. Shafaq In a startling turn of events, the recent parliamentary elections in Pakistan have ignited a firestorm of...
The Plight of Pashtuns: A Tale of Struggle and Resilience in Pakistan
By Shinwari In the aftermath of the Cold War and the tragic events of 9/11, Pashtuns, residing on both sides...
Voices of Resilience: Afghan Women’s Empowerment and Challenges: Insights from the Civil Society Forum in Vienna
VIDC In early December 2023, the Vienna Institute for International Dialogue and Cooperation (VIDC) convened a gathering of Afghan civil society organizations...
Iran’s Military Strike Within Pakistan Bolster Afghanistan’s Assertion on Pakistan
By Kadeem Baloch On January 16, 2024, Iran launched a series of targeted airstrikes on Pakistani territory, specifically aimed at...
Taliban Stranglehold on Religion: Islamic Books Taken Off Shelves
By Ilhamuddin Afghan A wave of controversy and fear has swept through Afghanistan as the Taliban regime ordered private universities...
Afghanistan’s Currency Stability: Realities and Illusions
By Ilhamuddin Afghan The trajectory of the Afghan currency has been a tale marked by challenges and fluctuations, prompting reflections...
Arresting Women for ‘Bad Hijab: Another Alarming Crackdown on Afghan Women’s Rights
By Nazila Jamshidi The month of January witnessed a disturbing surge in the arrest of Afghan women, particularly in Kabul,...
Let Girls and Women Learn in Afghanistan
By Rahim Jami and Deema Hiram Background It has been 865 days since girls at the middle and secondary levels were banned...