STORIES
From breaking news and urgent investigations to bold op-eds by global leaders, we bring you the stories that shape the lives of women and girls worldwide.
Rights Activists Warn Excluding Women from Doha Talks Legitimizes Taliban Abuses
Critics argue that the international community’s willingness to engage with the Taliban without women's representation risks accepting and even legitimizing the Taliban’s ongoing gender apartheid.
Afghan Teen Paves the Way for Girls’ Education Amid Taliban Restrictions
In a country where girls are barred from school, 17-year-old Nargis founded the Innovative Learning Academy, a free online school, transforming education for hundreds of Afghan girls.
Kazakhstan Strengthens Domestic Violence Laws After Ex-Minister Murdered His Wife
Kazakhstan amends domestic violence legislation following the murder of Saltanat Nukenova by her husband and former minister Kuandyc Bishimabyev.
Taliban Issues Mandatory Commitments to Kabul Schools to Enforce Ban on Girls’ Education Above Sixth Grade
Educational centers in Kabul are required to sign commitment letters, attached to their official documents, prohibiting the teaching of girls beyond the sixth grade, as part of the Taliban's ongoing gender apartheid. Photo: Paula Bronstein for Human Rights Watch
The Islamic Republic of Iran Uses Global Distractions to Further Crack Down on Women
The Islamic Republic of Iran uses regional tensions and global distractions to tighten its crackdown on women.
Taliban Reverts to 90s-Era Policy with Stoning Women for Adultery
The Taliban announce plans to stone women to death for adultery. Photo: Ebrahim Noroozi
Military Impunity and Gender-Based Violence Under Bukele
Under the Bukele government in El Salvador, militarization and mass incarceration have overshadowed military-perpetrated gender-based violence. Photo: Marvin Recinos
The world won’t achieve gender equality by 2030, says new report
A new report says global gender equity won’t be achieved by 2030, but hope remains.
Taliban Bans Women and Girls From Speaking to Media
The Taliban bans women and girls from contacting local media. Photo: Ebrahim Noroozi
Beyond Desperation: The Harsh Reality of Survival and Prostitution in Kinshasa's Pakadjuma
In Kinshasa’s Pakadjuma, young women are increasingly turning to prostitution as a means to survive. Photo: Eloisa D’Orsi