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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Special Event for International Women’s Day 2025

Date: Saturday, March 8, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM EST

Location: Virtual (Free & Open to All)
Education is one of the most powerful tools for breaking barriers and driving systemic change. This International Women’s Day, join Education Defenders Network (EDN) for a compelling discussion on how learning, advocacy, and policy reform can drive gender equity and justice worldwide.

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.