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One Young World Summit Montréal/Tiohtiá:ke, 2024

Dan Maunder  |  One Young World
Dan Maunder | One Young World

Exploring Resilience and Resistance with Women from Afghanistan

  • 13:10 - 13:35, 21 September
  • Palais des Congrès
  • Reckitt Accelerating Impact

Just over three years ago, the Taliban took over Afghanistan. Since that day, Afghan women and girls have faced devastating abuses on their freedoms. From education bans, employment limitations and movement restrictions, women and girls are being removed from public life, suffering extreme repression, and enduring significant infringements on their human rights. Talking to three women who have made significant impact in their respective fields, this session will explore insights into the enduring resilience of Afghan women and girls.

Speakers

  • Nigara Shaheen
    Athlete, International Olympic Committee
  • Farkhunda Muhtaj
    Professional Soccer Player and Activist
  • Stephanie Siddall
    Director of Global Policy and Advocacy, Women for Women International