Afghanistan Peace Campaign
The fourth Antalya Conference on Afghanistan began in Turkey, focusing on civil society, democracy, women’s rights, and inclusive political dialogue.
The two-day conference brings together Afghanistan civil society activists, women, and journalists to deliberate on key political, social, and strategic challenges facing the country.
According to the organizers’ statement, this round of discussions is aimed at fostering national dialogue and inclusive consensus as a step toward achieving a legitimate, stable, and people-centered political agreement for Afghanistan.
Participants will also address critical issues such as censorship, exile, misinformation, and safeguarding freedom of expression—particularly in the context of media repression and civil space shrinkage in Afghanistan.
This latest Antalya dialogue reflects growing international and diaspora-led efforts to reinvigorate civil discourse and democratic engagement in Afghanistan. It seeks to provide an inclusive platform for Afghan voices silenced or exiled since the political transition.
As international attention fluctuates, such forums offer a vital opportunity to maintain momentum for rights-based governance and to reaffirm civil society’s pivotal role in shaping Afghanistan’s path forward.