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Afghan girl’s struggle for education highlighted in UN-backed theatrical production

HERAT - The story of an Afghan girl who convinces her family to let her complete her schooling, rather than get married, was at the centre of a series of UNAMA-backed theatre performances in the country’s western Herat province.

27 Nov 2016

Afghan youth have key role in supporting women’s rights

KAPISA - Afghan youth can play an essential role in raising awareness of women’s rights and contributing to a positive interpretation of women under Islam, according to participants at a UNAMA-backed forum in central Kapisa province.

24 Nov 2016

Kandahar community leaders coordinate on peace initiatives at UN-backed event

KANDAHAR - Local communities must play a critical role in bringing about peace, said participants at a UN-backed event in southern Kandahar province yesterday.

22 Nov 2016

Herat high school students mark Universal Children’s Day at UN event

HERAT - Herat high school students marked Universal Children’s Day at a UN event that showcased their poems, essays and other creative work produced in several months of training about the impact of armed conflict on children.

20 Nov 2016

70th anniversary of Afghanistan’s membership in United Nations

KABUL - The 70th anniversary of Afghanistan’s membership of the United Nations falls today.

19 Nov 2016

Key role of women in Faryab governance highlighted

MAIMANA - The important role of women in provincial government decision-making was stressed at a UN-backed event in northern Faryab province.

17 Nov 2016

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