India says it must do more to harness women’s economic potential. A good place to start, many say, would be the many obstacles they face outside the workplace.
Tag: Women’s Rights
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Afghan Women Are Devastated by Suspension of Aid Under New Taliban Law
Since the Taliban administration banned women from aid work, many groups have suspended their operations in the country and warned of permanently shutting down if the ban remains.
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After Competing Without a Hijab, a Top Iranian Chess Player Won’t Return Home
Sarasadat Khademalsharieh, ranked No. 17 among women in the world, is heading for Spain after forgoing a head scarf at an international championship.
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Taliban Bar Women From College Classes, in a Stark Reversal of Rights
The new Afghan government has rolled back to its hard-line stances from the 90s, instituting public beatings and executions as well.