AWEC – Afghan Women's Educational Center

Violence against women is a deep seated issue in our societies that comes from the belief that one gender is superior over other, this beliefs of superiority is often manifested even in more violence way to ensure and prevail discrimination. In Afghanistan violence is wide spread in both public and private place, unfortunately in last few years’ women are particularly attacked in virtual space more often. Cyberstalking, threats blackmails, are challenges that impact women ability to feel safe and yet it is overlooked. We do need larger cooperation among women groups, civil society and of course government to help with policy that govern safe virtual and cyber spaces for women without being restricted of their basic human freedom.

Women Can Put an End to Violence against Themselves

Women Can Put an End to Violence against Themselves

Date: 5th Dec, 2019, Paktia On the occasion of the 16 day campaign against violence against women, a meeting was held in Paktia province titled "Women

December 9th, 2019|

Key Messages for 16 Days Campaign

Key Messages for 16 Days Campaign

Key Messages for 16 Days Campaign Gender and sexualized violence is intricately linked to peace. Afghanistan women ♯Time is now to advocates and pushes for an inclusive

December 4th, 2019|

South Asian Activists Declare a Democracy Emergency in the Region

South Asian Activists Declare a Democracy Emergency in the Region

Rights activists, academics and artists of South Asia have declared a democracy emergency in the region. The declaration came after a careful examination of curbs on freedom of expression

December 1st, 2019|

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