The European Union has recently stated that the ongoing human rights and humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan will have devastating consequences, particularly for the women and girls of the country.
The EU made these remarks during a meeting of the Permanent Committee of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, calling for the full realization of equal human rights, empowerment, participation, and leadership of women in all areas of society.
Additionally, the EU issued a statement condemning the organized suppression of women and girls by the interim government.
The statement highlighted that these countries are deeply concerned about the current situation in Afghanistan.
EU member states emphasized that the people of Afghanistan continue to face a severe humanitarian and human rights crisis.
The statement also underscored the importance of providing Afghan migrants with access to education, healthcare, and sustainable livelihoods.
The EU Delegation in Afghanistan has also stated that during its fourth campaign to support Afghan women, it has supported 2,954 businesses under the interim government.
Furthermore, it mentioned that 9,331 undocumented returning women who were at risk of violence have received case management support.
The EU has stated that it supports Afghan women and girls in collaboration with the International Organization for Migration.
This delegation emphasized: “Displaced, migrant, and returning women need sustainable income. The EU’s programs create sustainable businesses for Afghan displaced women. We also fully support women’s economic independence.”
The European Union had launched a five-day campaign to support Afghan women on March 8, International Women’s Day.
