Consider This from NPR In A New Afghanistan, Some Women Fear For Their Rights — But Others Are Hopeful
Sep 9, 2021
Anand Gopal, a journalist and author known for his work on Afghan women, shares powerful insights with Mary Louise Kelly. They discuss the recent protests in Kabul as women fight for their rights amid the Taliban's all-male government. Some women express deep fears for their future, while others, especially in rural areas, hold onto hope for a less violent existence. Gopal highlights individual stories of resilience, including Shakira, who has endured tremendous loss but remains optimistic, illustrating the complex landscape of women's rights in Afghanistan.
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Women's Rights Protest in Kabul
- Sabira, a 25-year-old protest organizer in Kabul, voiced concerns over women's rights in Afghanistan.
- She highlighted the absence of a women's ministry in the new government and the violence against female protestors.
Fears of a Woman in Mazar-e Sharif
- An anonymous woman in Mazar-e Sharif expressed fear for her future and freedoms under Taliban rule.
- She worries about being confined to her home and losing the progress made in the last 20 years.
Shakira's Life in Conflict
- Anand Gopal interviewed Shakira, a 41-year-old woman in Helmand province, who has lived her entire life amidst conflict in Afghanistan.
- Shakira experienced the Soviet invasion, civil war, and the US intervention, witnessing violence and loss throughout.