FRONTLINE DEFENDERS

of 20+ MILLION Women & Girls in Afghanistan Deprived of Their RIGHT to Live as Humans

Defenders of Equality, Freedom, and Advancement for Women (DEFAW) stands at the forefront of the fight for the rights of women and girls in Afghanistan—leading the battle for their education, freedom, justice, and full participation in society. As the only beacon of hope for over 20 million vulnerable women and girls, we push for REAL CHANGE—until their full HUMAN RIGHTS are RESTORED.

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BAN ON PUBLIC LIFE

100% of women and girls in Afghanistan barred from parks, gyms, beauty salons, amusement parks, and sports centers.

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BAN ON EDUCATION

1,400,000+ million girls are denied access to school, while over 150K women are banned from universities, including 38K barred from medical education.

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BAN ON HEALTHCARE

Millions of women at risk as nursing and midwifery programs shut down in one of the world's highest maternal mortality rate countries.

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BAN ON EMPLOYMENT

200,000+ women banned from government jobs and NGOs. 60K+ jobs lost due to the salon ban. 2,233 female journalists barred.

"For every girl in Afghanistan denied an education, For every woman silenced, and for every dream stolen,
WE WILL FIGHT UNTIL EVERY RIGHT IS TAKEN BACK!"

~Aryana Sayeed

What We Do

Fighting for Freedom    Championing Change   Cultivating Equality

Advocacy

We work with human rights groups and global networks to advance policies and restore the rights of Afghan women.

Awareness

We raise global awareness about Afghan women’s struggles, ensuring their voices are heard and their rights remain a global priority.

Empowerment

We provide Afghan women with the resources, education, and opportunities to stand on their own and rebuild their lives.

LATEST ACTIVITIES

Exploring Solutions, Sharing Stories, and Driving Change Through our Panel Discussions

Panel Discussion: Silenced No More

Panel Discussion: Survival in Crisis

Panel Discussion: Gender Apartheid in Afghanistan

Panel Discussion: Discrimination in Education

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DEFAW PANEL DISCUSSIONS

Be a part of change. Join our panel discussions, where influential voices, activists, and experts will discuss empowering Afghan women. Together, we'll challenge stereotypes, advocate for equal opportunities, and inspire transformative actions. Your participation is a step towards a more equitable future for Afghan women. Don't miss this opportunity to make a difference.

Share Your Story with DEFAW

DEFAW serves as a platform to amplify the voices of vulnerable women, inspiring change and empowering others to make a difference through the sharing of stories.

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