Suicide Cases Rise Sharply In Tajikistan April 17, 2026
Tajikistan reported 364 cases of suicide and attempted suicide in 2025, which is 48 more than in 2024, according to the Committee on Women and Family Affairs. Of these, 254 were completed suicides, and 110 were attempts. Most cases Continue Reading Syria’s Only Female Minister Faces Rebuilding Challenges March 27, 2026
Hind Kabawat is the only female minister in the transitional Syrian government. Her mission is to rebuild the war-torn nation, but she has a big job ahead of her. There is poverty and destruction throughout the country, with millions Continue Reading North Korea Women Return To Asian Cup March 20, 2026
The North Korea women's national football team is back in a big football tournament for the first time in over ten years. They are playing in the 2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup in Australia, starting in early March. North Continue Reading Afghan Women’s Health in Crisis March 13, 2026
Afghan women are facing a very dark and dangerous future under Taliban rule. Because of extreme poverty, many families marry off girls as young as twelve, or even younger, in exchange for dowries. These marriages are often financial deals, Continue Reading Domestic Violence Against Women In Saudi Arabia March 6, 2026
Domestic violence in Saudi Arabia is a severe and common issue affecting women. Such violence has been sustained by decades of discrimination, societal norms, and the guardianship system, in which men have power over women’s lives. This affects women Continue Reading Child Marriage And Its Impact In Laos February 20, 2026
Child marriage is still common in Laos and is increasing among younger girls. About 30.5 percent of women aged 20 to 24 were married before age 18, and 17.4 percent gave birth before age 18. The findings provide a Continue Reading Barriers To Justice For Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Survivors In Tajikistan February 13, 2026
Gender-based violence (GBV) in Tajikistan is still a serious problem, even though the government has adopted some laws and policies. Many survivors, especially women, find it hard to get justice and protection because the law does not treat domestic Continue Reading Tackling Human Trafficking In Vietnam February 6, 2026
Human trafficking is a serious and ongoing problem in Vietnam, mainly affecting women, children, and ethnic minorities from poor and remote areas. Many victims are trafficked to nearby countries such as China, Thailand, and South Korea, where they face Continue Reading Hope For Afghan Girls In Sport January 30, 2026
Afghan women face severe obstacles in sports under Taliban rule. Samira Asghari, one of the youngest members of the International Olympic Committee, is calling for renewed opportunities for girls in Afghanistan. She argues that real change can only happen Continue Reading Niger’s Growing Security Crisis January 23, 2026
Violence in Niger has grown sharply since the 2023 military coup, leaving many communities unprotected from terrorist attacks. On June 20, terrorists linked to the Islamic State killed 70 people praying at a mosque in Manda, with only a Continue Reading Afghan Women Face Growing Oppression January 16, 2026
Women in Afghanistan are facing very hard and dangerous conditions. Since the Taliban took power again in 2021, women’s rights have been taken away step by step. Girls are not allowed to attend most schools, and women are banned Continue Reading Kafala System: Exploitation Of Migrant Workers In Lebanon January 9, 2026
The kafala system in Lebanon is a sponsorship system that controls migrant workers, especially domestic workers. Under this system, a worker’s legal status depends entirely on their employer. Workers cannot change jobs or leave the country without the employer’s Continue Reading Hidden Prisons For Women In Saudi Arabia December 5, 2025
Saudi Arabia has secret places called Dar al-Reaya, which are supposed to help women who are seen as disobedient or breaking moral rules. But these places are more like prisons, where young women can be held for years without Continue Reading Tajikistan Launches Hotline To Combat Rising Domestic Violence November 28, 2025
Tajikistan has launched a new hotline to assist victims of domestic violence. This shows an important effort to protect women and families. The Committee on Women and Family Affairs runs the hotline, which has been operational for over two Continue Reading Türkiye Reports High Rates Of Violence Against Women November 7, 2025
Türkiye’s first major survey on violence against women in ten years shows that many women still face serious abuse. The 2024 study interviewed over 18,000 women and found that nearly 3 in 10 experienced psychological violence, while others faced Continue Reading Afghanistan Quake Survivors Struggle To Rebuild Lives October 31, 2025
A deadly earthquake hit eastern Afghanistan on August 31, killing an estimated 2,200 and leveling more than 5,000 houses, with Kunar province worst affected. Whole villages were destroyed as mud and wood buildings crumbled, entombing villagers. Thousands of survivors Continue Reading Taliban Anniversary Marked By Male-Only Celebrations And Women’s Protests October 24, 2025
On August 15, 2025, thousands of men in Kabul celebrated the fourth anniversary of the Taliban's return to power by watching flowers being dropped from helicopters. Women were banned from attending the event, as they are not allowed in Continue Reading Domestic Violence Rising In Tajikistan October 17, 2025
Domestic violence in Tajikistan is rising. In the first six months of 2025, officials reported 2,121 cases, 277 more than in the same period in 2024. Most incidents involved women (1,763 cases), an increase of 256. Men experienced 251 Continue Reading Women Abducted In Sudan Displacement Camp October 10, 2025
In Sudan, the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) attacked the Abu Shouk camp for displaced people in El Fasher, North Darfur. During the raid, they took away eight women, including two girls, to an unknown place. The local committee said Continue Reading Youth In Laos: Overcoming Early Marriage And Leading Change September 5, 2025 Young people in Laos are trying their best to make their communities better, but they still have numerous challenges. Early marriage is a major issue; nearly one in every five girls marries before the age of 18. It usually puts Continue Reading Death Threats And Bans Against Afghan Women August 29, 2025 A new UN report says Afghan women working for the United Nations in Afghanistan have received direct death threats. These threats, made in May, came from unknown people because of the women’s work with UN groups. The Taliban denied making Continue Reading Afghan Women Face New Arrests August 22, 2025 Since July 16’2025, the Taliban have arrested many women and girls in Kabul for not following strict dress rules. A new Taliban order from August 2024 says women must fully cover their bodies and faces in public. These arrests are Continue Reading Struggles Of Women In Conflict-Hit Niger August 15, 2025 In Abala and Tillabery, Niger, most people rely on farming, herding, and trade. But violence and insecurity have made these jobs dangerous. The government’s rules, like closing markets and banning motorcycles, have made things even harder. Women, already facing limits Continue Reading Gender Equality Progress And Gaps In Brunei August 8, 2025 Brunei has made some progress in gender equality, but there are still problems. In 2024, Brunei ranked 105th out of 146 countries in the Global Gender Gap Report. Women in Brunei do well in education and jobs. Many women work Continue Reading Tackling Gender Inequality In Laos August 1, 2025 Gender inequality is still a big issue in Laos. Many women and girls face challenges in education, work, and leadership. Fewer girls complete their education, and women often earn less money than men and are more likely to work in Continue Reading Afghan Women Face Ongoing Rights Abuse July 25, 2025 Women and girls in Afghanistan face serious human rights abuses under the Taliban. They are not allowed to go to school, work, or move freely. The justice system does not protect them. Instead, it is used to punish and silence Continue Reading Saudi Arabia’s Secretive Women’s Detention Centers July 18, 2025 Saudi Arabia's Dar al-Reaya, officially "care homes," serve as detention centers for women and girls charged with disobedience, moral crimes, or family shame. Conditions at these facilities, commonly referred to as "hellish" by former detainees, are said to be rampant Continue Reading Abuse Of Kenyan Domestic Workers In Saudi Arabia July 11, 2025 Kenyan workers employed domestically in Saudi Arabia are severely abused and exploited. They are often tricked by Kenyan recruiters and, upon arrival in Saudi Arabia, are subjected to extreme overwork, 16-hour days with no breaks or days off, as well Continue Reading Boosting Female Drivers To Address Türkiye’s Trucking Shortage July 3, 2025 Türkiye, facing a 93,000-driver shortage, is tackling gender imbalance in trucking by boosting female participation. Only 1.4% of truck drivers are women. In response, the UND Women Working Group was launched in 2024, followed by the UND Women Truck Driver Continue Reading Women Trapped In Niger’s Escalating Jihadist Crisis June 27, 2025 The security crisis in Niger’s Tillabéri region has intensified since the July 2023 military coup, with jihadist violence escalating and women bearing the brunt. Armed groups like the Islamic State–Sahel Province have attacked villages, killing civilians and abducting or enslaving Continue Reading