Consider This from NPR Life For Afghan Women And Girls Under Taliban Rule
Aug 22, 2022
Rangina Hamidi, former acting minister of education in Afghanistan and now a professor at Arizona State University, shares her harrowing experiences since the Taliban's return to power. Women and girls face severe restrictions on education and work, with personal stories reflecting their struggles for basic rights. She reveals her deep longing to return to Afghanistan and her commitment to advocating for women's rights despite the oppressive environment, providing a poignant glimpse into the heartbreaking reality of Afghan lives.
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Mujdan Noor's Story
- Mujdan Noor, a university professor and dean, lost her job after the Taliban takeover.
- New rules restricted her role and changed colleagues' attitudes, making her feel unsafe.
Sakina Jafri's Story
- Sakina Jafri, an 18-year-old student, waited seven months to return to school after the Taliban takeover.
- She and other girls were sent home, told that girls over grade 6 could not study.
Rangina Hamidi's Escape
- Rangina Hamidi, former acting minister of education, fled Afghanistan with her family.
- Her decision was driven by motherly instincts and her family's pleas, given their past loss.