The European Union’s political representation in Afghanistan has recently announced its support for women and girls in Afghanistan in their fight for the right to education.
The EU political office in Afghanistan made these statements today (Tuesday, February 13) on its X account to commemorate “International Day of Women and Girls in Science.”
The representation emphasized: “The resilience and achievements of women and girls in education, science, sports, and every field inspire us.”
The EU political office added that investing in the future of women and girls in Afghanistan is an investment in the future of Afghanistan.
In December 2015, the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution declaring February 11 as the “International Day of Women and Girls in Science.” Since 2015, this day has been celebrated by UNESCO to promote the full participation and access of women and girls in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields.
It is noteworthy that the European Union advocates for the rights of Afghan women and girls to education and employment while approximately 1,238 days have passed since girls above the sixth grade have been deprived of education in Afghanistan.
Additionally, women’s and girls’ education in medical fields has also been banned.
This action by the current Afghan government has resulted in millions of schoolgirls being unable to receive an education.
Moreover, women and girls have been prohibited from going to sports clubs, restaurants, public baths, being examined by male doctors, traveling without a male guardian, and working in domestic and international NGOs as well as even at UN offices in Afghanistan.
