Unesco warns: 2.4 million girls excluded from school attendance in Afghanistan

Unesco reports that approximately 2.4 million girls in Afghanistan are denied the opportunity for further education. These circumstances have existed since the Taliban took power five years ago. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization expresses concern over the situation and warns of a dramatic development affecting girls' education.

According to Unesco's figures, the number of affected girls could reach nearly four million by 2030. The organization views this ban as a violation of the fundamental educational rights of women and girls, which are also denied to girls living in Afghanistan.

The exclusion of girls from secondary schools is seen as a significant regression to previous conditions that jeopardize progress in education and gender equality. Unesco emphasizes that Afghanistan is the only country that completely denies girls and women access to further education.

This situation is regarded not only as alarming but also as a major setback in the fight for equality and equitable opportunities in education. Unesco points out that almost two decades of progress in girls' education are being undermined by these measures.

In addition to the educational implications, Unesco has urged the international community to advocate for the rights of girls and women in Afghanistan. The ongoing restrictions affect not only education but also other societal aspects and the health and economic participation of women.

Developments in Afghanistan have increasingly attracted international media attention in recent years. Unesco hopes to raise awareness of the issues facing girls and women in Afghanistan through its reporting. The appeal of returning to education is largely influenced by changes in the political landscape, and the outlook for the coming years remains uncertain as long as the conditions in the country persist.