Afghanistan turned into graveyard of girls' hopes: UN
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On the International Day of Girls in ICT, the United Nations laments Afghanistan’s transformation into a graveyard of girls’ hopes as the world strives for greater female participation in this field. The UN Women’s section stands with Afghan girls, emphasizing their resilience despite educational bans. Despite the prohibition, The UN underscores its solidarity with Afghan […]

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