Afghanistan Peace Campaign
The US Deputy Representative to the UN said Washington works with Afghan women to help them fully participate in society.
Robert Wood, speaking at the Security Council meeting, emphasized women’s participation, which could bring millions of dollars to Afghanistan’s economy.
The Deputy US Representative to the UN, during a special Security Council session on Afghanistan, mentioned the Taliban’s ongoing disregard for women’s rights and restrictions on girls’ education.
He highlighted the group’s imposed limitations on women’s work and enforced veiling as tools to marginalize them socially.
Wood noted that based on surveys, 85% of Afghans believe women should have equal access to education. He stressed that women’s participation enhances Afghan society and benefits the economy by over a billion dollars.
The Deputy US Representative to the UN expressed support for UNAMA’s activities in Afghanistan and endorsed appointing a UN special envoy for the country.
He emphasized the importance of developing a roadmap to hold the Taliban accountable to Afghanistan’s international commitments and normalize relations with the world.