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Conference Outcome, Recommendations and Conclusion | Geneva, Switzerland | 15 June 2026

The conference concluded with a series of recommendations aimed at strengthening international efforts to advance justice, accountability, and the protection of the rights of Afghan women and girls. Participants called on governments, United Nations mechanisms, and international partners to take coordinated and sustained action in response to the ongoing human rights crisis in Afghanistan. Recommendations […]

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Afghan Women’s Voices and Recommendations Take Center Stage at Geneva Policy Conference | 15th June, 2026

A dedicated policy panel titled “Afghan Women’s Voices and Recommendations” formed a central part of the conference, providing a platform for Afghan women leaders to share their perspectives, experiences, and policy recommendations on advancing justice and human rights in Afghanistan. Moderated by Dr. Homira May Rezai, Chief Executive Officer of Education Bridge for Afghanistan, the

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Opening Remarks Highlight International Commitment to Afghan Women’s Rights | Geneva, Switzerland | 15 June 2026

The opening session of the conference featured senior representatives from governments, international organizations, and United Nations entities, all of whom reaffirmed their commitment to advancing justice, accountability, and the protection of the rights of Afghan women and girls. Speakers emphasized that meaningful participation of Afghan women must remain central to all international engagement concerning Afghanistan.

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Shahmama Convenes International Policy Conference on Pathways to Justice and Human Rights for Women in Afghanistan | Geneva, Switzerland ,15 June 2026

Shahmama Organization convened the international policy conference “Pathways to Justice and Human Rights for Women in Afghanistan” at the United Nations Office at Geneva on 15 June 2026. The conference brought together representatives of governments, Permanent Missions, United Nations entities, international organizations, Afghan women leaders, civil society organizations, human rights defenders, and policy experts to

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International Policy Conference Calls for Renewed Global Action on Justice and Human Rights for Women in Afghanistan United Nations Office at Geneva, Switzerland | 15 June 2026

Shahmama convened the international policy conference “Pathways to Justice and Human Rights for Women in Afghanistan” with the support of 11 co-sponsoring states, the European Union, and UN Women. The conference brought together representatives of governments, Permanent Missions, UN agencies, international organizations, Afghan women, civil society organizations, and human rights experts to examine the worsening

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High-Level International Policy Conference on Afghan Women

As part of its ongoing commitment to advancing justice, equality, and the rights of Afghan women, Shahmama is convening a High-Level International Policy Conference on 15 June at the United Nations Office in Geneva. The conference is being organized in partnership with UN Women and 12 Member States, bringing together policymakers, diplomats, women leaders, civil

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Shahmama Event at #CSW70 Highlights the Complex Challenges Facing Afghan Women

New York — 12 March 2026 On the margins of the 70th session of the Commission on the Status of Women (#CSW70) in New York, Shahmama hosted a joint side event bringing together experts, advocates, and international partners. The event was co-sponsored by the Permanent Missions of Finland, Luxembourg, Canada, Spain, Australia, Ireland, and Greece

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Meeting with the Permanent Mission of Luxembourg on the Situation of Afghan Women at CSW70

On the sidelines of the 70th session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW70) in New York, a delegation of Afghan Women Human Rights Defenders (WHRDs) from Shahmama held a bilateral meeting with H.E. Ambassador Olivier Maes, Permanent Representative of Luxembourg to the United Nations, at the Permanent Mission of Luxembourg in New

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Meeting with the Permanent Mission of Finland on the Situation of Afghan Women at CSW70

On the sidelines of the 70th session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW70) in New York, a delegation of Afghan Women Human Rights Defenders (WHRDs) from Shamsama held a bilateral meeting with Ms. Tanja Leikas-Botta, Director for Human Rights Policy, and colleagues at the Permanent Mission of Finland to the United Nations.

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Shahmama Delegation Meets with Spain’s Ambassador for Feminist Foreign Policy on the Margins of CSW70

New York | March 2026 — On the margins of the 70th session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW70) in New York, the Shahmama delegation met with Spain’s Ambassador for Feminist Foreign Policy to discuss continued support for Afghan women and the role of international mechanisms in advancing accountability for violations of

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