A new book titled “Until Further Notice: The Untold Truths of Afghan Women’s Resistance for Freedom” was officially launched in Turkey.
The book explores the situation of Afghan women following the collapse of the Republic, emphasizing justice-seeking, awareness-raising, and the struggle for women’s right to education and employment.
The launch ceremony took place on Monday at the Turkish Writers’ Center.
Organizers of the event stated that “the confinement of women to their homes and their deprivation of education and work” wounds the conscience of every human being who believes in universal values. They stressed that only through research, awareness, and advocacy can the fight against such injustice continue.
Produced in collaboration with the Global Network Against Extremism, the book focuses on four key areas:
- The history of Afghan women’s resistance,
- The achievements of the past two decades,
- The consequences of women’s exclusion from education and work since 2021, and
- The ongoing efforts of Afghan women to shape the country’s future.
According to the research presented in the book, since August 15, 2021, more than 2.2 million girls have been banned from attending school, and around 100,000 women have been denied access to higher education.
The findings also link the imposed restrictions to rising poverty, forced marriages, suicide cases, and mental health crises among women across the country.
Manizha Ramzi, former professor at Kabul University and the author of the book, said that “Until Further Notice” is dedicated to all Afghan women who, despite immense pressure and restrictions, continue to stand for their right to education, work, and freedom.
