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Demanding UN Accountability for Afghan Women’s Rights

In a strongly worded letter, EDN and its partners criticized the UN’s normalization of the Taliban’s education ban and called for a robust UN presence in Afghanistan. The letter urged the UN to advocate for formal education for girls and reject madrassas as a substitute, reinforcing the need for genuine human rights-focused leadership in UN missions.

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EDN Champions Education Rights Amidst Systemic Gender-Based Violence

As part of its commitment to inclusive education, EDN collaborated with global partners to contribute to the December 2024 policy paper addressing systemic gender-based violence in Afghanistan. The paper highlights the devastating impact of the Taliban’s repressive policies on women’s access to education, emphasizing the urgent need for international intervention. EDN advocates for alternative education pathways and global accountability to safeguard Afghan women and girls’ fundamental rights.

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EDN Advocates for Public Health Education for Afghan Women

In collaboration with education and human rights champions, EDN contributed to the December 2024 policy paper on women’s public health education in Afghanistan. This vital document highlights the Taliban’s ban on women in public health training, a policy that exacerbates healthcare disparities and violates fundamental human rights. EDN continues to support innovative education solutions, including online learning and partnerships with civil society, to ensure Afghan women have access to essential training and opportunities.

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EDN Joins Global Civil Society in Reclaiming the Spirit of the UDHR

As part of a global coalition of civil society organizations, EDN commemorated the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR). In a joint statement, EDN and partners reaffirmed the foundational principles of equality, freedom, and dignity for all. The statement highlights the ongoing struggle against systemic discrimination, emphasizing the importance of collective action to ensure the realization of rights for marginalized communities.

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Open Letter to the UN Human Rights Council

EDN, in collaboration with global human rights organizations, urged the UN Human Rights Council to address the dire human rights crisis in Afghanistan. The letter called for renewing the Special Rapporteur’s mandate, creating an independent accountability mechanism, and recognizing gender apartheid as a crime under international law. These actions aim to combat widespread human rights abuses, particularly the systematic persecution of women and girls by the Taliban.

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Empowering Educators to Address Girls’ Education Crisis in Afghanistan

EDN continues to prioritize capacity-building initiatives to address the ongoing education crisis in Afghanistan, as highlighted in its latest position paper. Marking 1,000 days since the Taliban banned girls from education, the paper underscores the need for alternative education systems, teacher training, and global support for inclusive education. EDN is committed to equipping educators and advocates with the tools and resources to bridge these gaps and foster sustainable change.

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EDN Advocates for Women’s Leadership in Peacebuilding: 2024 Open Letter

EDN, alongside global civil society organizations, endorsed the 2024 Open Letter on Women, Peace, and Security (WPS). This critical initiative urges the UN and its member states to fulfill commitments under Resolution 1325, ensuring women’s full, equal, and meaningful participation in peacebuilding processes. EDN’s involvement highlights our dedication to amplifying marginalized voices in global peace and security dialogues.

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