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- In the 1970s, women in Afghanistan attended universities, worked as doctors, teachers, and government officials, and moved more freely in cities such as Kabul. Photographs from that era show women studying, pursuing careers, and participating in public life.
Today, many Afghan women face some of the world’s harshest restrictions. Under Taliban rule, girls are barred from secondary schools and universities, women are prohibited from many jobs, and severe limits have been placed on their ability to travel, gather in public spaces, and participate in society. Women cannot move freely without a male guardian and are excluded from parks, gyms, and other public places.
The contrast is striking: a generation that once had growing opportunities has been replaced by one fighting for basic rights such as education, work, and freedom of movement. The struggle of Afghan women is a reminder that rights are not guaranteed—they must be protected and defended.
