Malala Yousafzai on women’s resistance under Taliban rule in Afghanistan
Dec 19, 2024
auto_awesome
Malala Yousafzai, a Nobel Peace Prize winner and activist for girls' education, shares poignant insights about the dire situation for women in Afghanistan under Taliban rule. She discusses the documentary 'Bread & Roses,' which highlights the brave women fighting against oppressive measures. Malala emphasizes the urgent need for international support and advocacy for women's rights. The conversation also touches on the cultural resilience of Afghan women, their innovative approaches to education, and the critical importance of global awareness in their struggle for dignity.
Afghan women are courageously protesting against Taliban oppression, risking their lives for their rights and education despite severe repression.
There is an urgent need for the international community to actively support Afghan women's rights and combat gender apartheid, as highlighted by advocacy efforts.
Deep dives
The Resilience of Afghan Women
Afghan women are facing severe repression under Taliban rule, with systemic restrictions stripping them of basic rights. In the wake of the Taliban's return to power in 2021, many women, driven by a powerful desire for education and freedom, have bravely taken to the streets to protest, knowing they risk their lives in doing so. This struggle is exemplified through individual stories, such as that of Zahra, a dentist who leads protests despite being threatened and ultimately arrested. Their efforts highlight the immense courage and determination of women fighting against a regime that seeks to erase their existence from public life.
The Impact of Global Response
The international community's response to the plight of Afghan women has been limited and often inadequate, despite ongoing violations of their rights. Humanitarian organizations and activists, including Malala Yousafzai and Sahra Mani, emphasize the urgent need for a global commitment to protect women's rights and prevent gender apartheid from being accepted as the norm. Advocacy efforts are essential for raising awareness and prompting action from policymakers, with the potential influence of cultural projects like the documentary "Bread and Roses" aiming to shed light on these issues. As efforts continue to document the struggles of Afghan women, it is vital for global audiences to remain engaged and support their fight for dignity and basic freedoms.
Hope for the Future
Despite the dire situation, Afghan women and girls continue to seek education and resist oppression through clandestine means, such as secret schools and online learning platforms. This spirit of resilience reflects their hope that the Taliban's grip on power will not last, and that they will one day reclaim their rights and freedoms. Documentaries like "Bread and Roses" serve to not only highlight their current struggles but also inspire global audiences to take action in support of Afghan women's rights. The film calls for solidarity, urging viewers to consider ways they can contribute to the ongoing fight for equality, education, and dignity for women and girls in Afghanistan.
After the chaotic U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan, the Taliban came to power and quickly began stripping women and girls of their rights. With the support of Nobel Peace Prize winner Malala Yousafzai and actor Jennifer Lawrence, Afghan filmmaker Sahra Mani gathered footage from women activists fighting against this oppressive regime. The resulting documentary, Bread & Roses, is now available on Apple TV+. Mani and Yousafzai joined Apple News In Conversation host Shumita Basu to talk about the bravery of the women in the face of Taliban rule and the urgent need for the international community to act.
Get the Snipd podcast app
Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
AI-powered podcast player
Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features
Discover highlights
Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode
Save any moment
Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways
Share & Export
Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more
AI-powered podcast player
Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features
Discover highlights
Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode