International Conference

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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Second Geneva International Conference on Advancing Gender Justice and Accountability for Afghan Women

On 4 September 2025, Shahmama convened its second international conference, Advancing Gender Justice and Accountability for women of Afghanistan, at the United Nations in Geneva. The conference provided a critical platform for Afghan women human rights defenders, civil society and international partners to discuss urgent humanitarian needs, systemic rights violations and abuses under Taliban rule,

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Meeting with UN Special Rapporteur Richard Bennett on Human Rights in Afghanistan

We were honored to meet with Mr. Richard Bennett, the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in Afghanistan, to discuss the urgent and worsening human rights crisis in the country. During the meeting, our delegation shared key concerns and actionable recommendations, with a strong emphasis on amplifying the voices of Afghan

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Meeting with the UK Permanent Mission in Geneva to Advocate for Afghan Women and Girls

We were honored to meet with the United Kingdom Permanent Mission in Geneva to discuss the ongoing and urgent challenges faced by Afghan women and girls. It was a particular privilege to meet with Baroness Harriet Harman, the UK Special Envoy for Women and Girls, to discuss the deteriorating human rights situation in Afghanistan. We

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