Standing Up for Change
Women’s rights are a pathway to addressing social and political challenges around the world.
8 Mar 18
Women
Afghanistan: Female Prisoners Jailed Far From Home
Lack of facilities in Kunar province means inmates are forced to serve their sentences elsewhere.
27 Feb 18
Afghan Women Hounded Out of the Media
Campaign of intimidation has had devastating effect in Afghan country's east.
26 Feb 18
Afghanistan: A New Generation of Midwifes
Locals say that conservative attitudes are changing.
22 Feb 18
Afghanistan: Women-Only Cafes Spark Controversy
New enterprises seem to go too far in promoting independence.
14 Feb 18
Afghan Women Highlight Campus Harassment
Faculties criticised for failing to take complaints seriously.
2 Feb 18
Handicrafts Flourish in Afghan Province
The sector is providing a good living for many disadvantaged women.
28 Jan 18
Syria: IWPR Women's Centre Re-opens
Staff and users defy bomb damage to continue their activities.
20 Dec 17
Afghanistan: Few Jobs for Educated Women
Graduates forced to stay at home or turn to menial tasks to make a living.
5 Dec 17
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