KABUL – Robina Azizi, an education advocate and global youth ambassador who fled the Taliban regime, is now at the forefront of a campaign to fight for Afghan girls’ education. Azizi, founder and president of Girls on the Path of Change, recently voiced her concerns during the “16 Days of Activism” campaign, denouncing the Taliban’s 1,200-day-long ban on education for over 1.4 million girls in Afghanistan.
“The consequences of this action have been heavy on girls. We have seen a rise in girls’ suicide rates, forced and child marriages,” Azizi said.
Azizi described education as a fundamental human right and called for international accountability against the Taliban for their actions, which she noted are clear violations of international law. She also warned of the long-term consequences of depriving girls of education, predicting a devastating impact on Afghan society and future generations.
Having risked her life to escape Taliban control, Azizi is now building an online platform to educate girls left behind, demonstrating her unwavering commitment to the empowerment and education of Afghan youth.
Her plea comes as the global community faces growing pressure to respond to the ongoing humanitarian and educational crisis in Afghanistan.
