Apr 3, 2024
The Role of Foreign Enablers in Perpetuating Taliban Corruption in Afghanistan
By: Natalie Gonnella-Platts, Jessica Ludwig, Albert Torres
Afghan Women & Girls
Afghan women and girls have had their opportunities and freedoms once again viciously attacked and repressed. Afghanistan is the only place in the world where girls’ education is banned. But, the situation is not hopeless. There are tangible ways the U.S. and global community can help advance the rights and education of Afghan women and girls.
Series Chapters
Chapter 1
News and Updates: Afghan Women and Girls
The Human Cost of the Taliban's Corruption and Kleptocracy
By: Natalie Gonnella-Platts
Corruption and Kleptocracy in Afghanistan Under the Taliban
By: Jessica Ludwig, Albert Torres
Oct 11, 2022
Education is Power for Peace and Security in Afghanistan
By: Natalie Gonnella-Platts
Take action to support the rights of Afghan women and girls
Jun 9, 2022
Mrs. Laura Bush commemorates the 20th anniversary of the U.S.-Afghan Women's Council
“In their greatest time of need, let us reaffirm our promise that we’ll never forget the people of Afghanistan. We will remain hopeful, and we will not look away as Afghanistan seeks peace, stability and freedom.”
Mar 22, 2022
Washington Should Magnify Dissenting Voices in Afghanistan and Burma
By: Natalie Gonnella-Platts
Natalie Gonnella-Platts, Director of the Women's Initiative at the Bush Institute, and Chris Walsh, Deputy Director of the Human Freedom and Women's Initiatives at the Bush Institute, argue it's up to the United States and other democracies to help uplift the voices in Burma and Afghanistan.
Mar 16, 2022
A Message from Natalie Gonnella-Platts on International Women's Day 2022
By: Natalie Gonnella-Platts
Hear how the global community can advance the equitable inclusion of women
Jan 10, 2022
Helping Our New Afghan Neighbors Learn, Earn, Belong, & Contribute
By: Kristin Kent Spanos
Immigrants and refugees have contributed to our communities since America’s inception, and we are well served when we offer a helping hand in the short term so that they can rebuild their lives.
Sep 23, 2021
We Still Have a Role to Play in Afghanistan
By: Laura Collins, Natalie Gonnella-Platts
The United States and the international community must act to protect the health and safety of those vulnerable to the Taliban, especially women and girls.
Aug 25, 2021
Afghanistan Relief and Resources
Here is a partial list of organizations working to provide humanitarian relief to the Afghan people on the ground and to refugees.