Archive · 8 Aug 2025
Harmony Foundation Condemns Taliban's Women's Education Ban
The Taliban in Afghanistan has banned women from going to school past a certain age, which is unfair.
Dr. Mathai from Harmony Foundation is speaking out against this.
Because of the ban, women are using the internet to study online.
Groups like Afghan Geeks are helping them learn by offering free online courses.
Dr. Mathai says the world needs to help these women and make the Taliban change their rules.
He emphasizes that the Taliban's actions are not acceptable and that everyone deserves equal rights, including education.
Harmony Foundation condemns the Taliban's restrictions on women's rights in Afghanistan.
The Taliban has banned women from education beyond primary school and limited their access to public spaces.
Dr. Mathai highlights online education as a lifeline for Afghan women, offering anonymous access to courses.
Afghan Geeks provides free online courses, defying the Taliban's bans and empowering women.
Dr. Mathai calls for international action to support Afghan women and pressure the Taliban.
- Who
- Dr. Abraham Mathai and the Harmony Foundation.
- What
- Condemnation of the Taliban's restrictions on women's rights in Afghanistan.
- When
- Since the Taliban's return to power in 2021.
- Where
- Afghanistan.
- Why
- Due to the Taliban's oppressive policies restricting women's education and freedoms.
Advocates for Women's Rights
Taliban
Education and Empowerment
Advocates for Women's Rights
Women should have equal rights to education and opportunities.
Taliban
Not applicable.
- Organization
- Harmony Foundation
- Spokesperson
- Dr. Abraham Mathai
- Event
- Condemnation of Taliban's policies
- Location
- Afghanistan
- Focus
- Women's Rights and Education