Source: Mission Network News, December 26, 2024
The Taliban in Afghanistan recently came out with another harsh restriction. Afghan women are now banned from education in nursing and midwifery—the last open door for women’s education in the country. Many women who were already in these educational programs suddenly found themselves turned away by their institutions.
Nehemiah with FMI says, “For many Afghan women, nursing and midwifery have historically offered great opportunities for professional development and community service. Training women in this field is not only practical but essential for ensuring access to healthcare for Afghan women and children.
“The suspension of education in these critical areas further undermines the country’s ability to address its healthcare challenges, putting countless lives at risk.”
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Afghanistan has one of the world’s highest rates of maternal mortality, and the UN estimates the country needs an additional 18,000 midwives.