Afghanistan, April 3 -- UNICEF has raised fresh concern over the legal and social condition of women and girls in Afghanistan, warning that restrictions on education and work are creating long-term harm that will be felt far beyond the current crisis. The agency says these policies are not only damaging daily life, but also weakening the ability of women and girls to face future challenges safely and independently.
According to the report, the continued ban on girls' education beyond primary school and the narrowing of women's access to employment are increasing serious protection risks, including economic dependency, reduced access to services and greater exposure to exploitation and abuse. UNICEF says the restrictions are eroding both in...