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Report on Shahmama’s X Space Session on International Women’s Day

On the occasion of International Women’s Day, Shahmama organized a virtual X Space session on March 8, 2025, titled “Afghan Women: Struggle for Survival and Equality.” This session featured Farrokh Laqa Enchizadeh, a human rights activist, and Sanga Siddiqi, a lawyer, who discussed the situation of Afghan women, the legal challenges they face, and international […]

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Shahmama Advocacy Meeting with UN Agencies & member States – February 26, 2025.

On February 26, 2025, Shahmama held a high-level advocacy meeting in Geneva with representatives from UN Women, UNDP, UNHCR, and the permanent missions of Norway, the UK, Canada, and Belgium. The meeting focused on the worsening situation of gender apartheid in Afghanistan, the urgent need for protection and support for Afghan women human rights defenders

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Shahmama’s Advocacy Programs at the UN Human Rights Council (Geneva) – February 26–28, 2025

As part of its ongoing efforts to advocate for justice and human rights in Afghanistan, Shahmama hosted a series of three-day advocacy programs during the 58th session of the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva. One of the key events, “Accessibility and Justice for Afghanistan,” took place on February 27, 2025, in Room XXII, Palais

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Accountability and Justice for Afghanistan: Addressing Human Rights Violations & Call for Legal Action

Shahmama is hosting a side event at #HRC58 on Accountability & Justice for Afghanistan, bringing together experts and advocates to discuss avenues for justice and accountability.🗓 27 Feb 2025 | 🕐 13:00-14:00 CET📍 Palais des Nations.Join our event co-organized by:@AfghanistanInCH @c4hra @Cdp_Geneva @IDiplomat @ICJ_org

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The Plight of Afghan Refugees & International Responsibility

Shahmama hosted a critical discussion on X Space, featuring Richard Bennett, the UN Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in Afghanistan, along with three experts. The discussion focused on the role of international human rights bodies in supporting Afghan refugees in neighboring countries and the region, as well as their worsening situation in

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The Perspective on the Situation of Women in Light of the Recent Restrictions in Afghanistan

Shahmama hosted an impactful event titled “The Perspective on the Situation of Women in Light of the Recent Restrictions in Afghanistan.” This insightful discussion brought together three distinguished panelists to examine the challenges Afghan women face under the ongoing restrictive policies and explore actionable solutions. The event provided a platform for a nuanced dialogue on

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An analysis of the dimensions and implications of presenting a case against Afghanistan to the ICJ under CEDAW.

On October 9, 2024, Shahmama hosted an important and timly event following the decisions of several nations—Germany, the Netherlands, Canada, and Australia—to take legal action against Afghanistan at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) under the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW). The discussion centered on Afghanistan’s non-compliance with

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Shahmama Organization co-hosted a side event at the 56th session of the Human Rights Council in Geneva.

Shahmama was honored to be the co-host at the side event for the 56th session of the HRC -Geneva.Gender Apartheid Inquiry Report – Shattering Women’s Rights, ShatteringWomen’s LivesJustice, Accountability, and Global Engagement For A Lasting Change in Afghanistan2:00 – 3:00 PM CET on 27 June 2024, Room XXV, Palais des Nations.

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Special session with Baroness Helena Kennedy

The Shahmama Organization hosted a special session with Baroness Helena Kennedy on May 14th, dedicated to addressing the situation of women in Afghanistan. This event brought together international human rights activists from various countries and prominent Afghan women’s rights advocates. Baroness Helena Kennedy highlighted findings on gender apartheid, conducted by a panel of UK parliamentarians,

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