| + Environment girls in Afghanistan live in |
| Due to elements such as old customs in Afghanistan, not only education, but girls' other activities were also restricted. In addition, the Taliban further imposed restrictions on girls from the religious aspect, and thus education for girls was completely prohibited. At the same time, employment for women was also prohibited. Because the fraction of women teachers were higher than that of men, the number of teachers greatly decreased, and as a result, the educational system of the country was extensively damaged. At the moment, many policies are being implemented to establish an educational system, and one of the challenges is to provide follow up for girls' education (especially for girls who are beyond the age limit to receive education). In Kabul, for girls within the age range of the country's educational system, education opportunities are beginning to be offered at the girls' schools. For girls who cannot attend school due to certain circumstances, or who are beyond the age limit of the country's educational system, preparations to offer educational opportunities at non-formal schools such as literacy schools are underway. Many women take an active part in society as teachers, doctors, and NGO employees in Kabul. Due to social customs, possibilities of choosing employment for women have yet to be secured, but girls continue to study diligently their hearts full of hopes and dreams. On the other hand, in rural areas of Afghanistan, such as Bamiyan, the effects of old customs linger longer than in Kabul, therefore, there are many regions where girls' activities are still restricted. Howbeit, various concepts have begun to be communicated in various ways, and there are signs of autonomous changes amongst inhabitants of the region. |