July
13,
2009
Afghani Women Moving Forward
By Louis Quail
Seven years after democracy came to Afghanistan, the Taliban are back, fighting a guerrilla war against the government—and putting women in danger of losing hard-won basic rights such as pursuing an education or career. With the U.S. bolstering its troops in the region to try to bring stability, photojournalist Louis Quail talked to four Afghan women who are blazing a trail in their professions, despite the volatility.
Women on The Edge
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afghanistan women fighting for rights
"I host a talk show about problems Afghan women face—topics that are generally taboo. After all, a woman isn't able to change her hairstyle here without her husband's permission."- Farzana Samimi, host of the show Banu (Woman)
Women on The Edge
afghanistan, women, womens rights, taliban, work, job, war
afghanistan women fighting for rights
"If you're an entrepreneur like me, having money is dangerous. Kidnapping for ransom is a big problem, and the police are paid to look the other way. But I'm proud to be running my own businesses."- Hassina Syed, owner of a hotel, a travel agency, and other local businesses, photographed with a bodyguard and her daughters Sana, 3, and Hirah, 2
Women on The Edge
afghanistan, women, womens rights, taliban, work, job, war
afghanistan women fighting for rights
"Despite threats from the Taliban, the television company where I work airs modern dramas about love and relationships—but the scenes can't be too sexy."- Madoon, a singer and actress at Ariana Television
Women on The Edge
afghanistan, women, womens rights, taliban, work, job, war
afghanistan women fighting for rights
"I'm a member of Parliament—which is now 25 percent female. But there are still many problems regarding women's rights here. One man running for Parliament gave away two of his daughters, ages 7 and 13, as part of his campaign." - Qudriya Yazdan Parast, member of the Afghan Parliament since 2005
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